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Domaine des Baumard is one of the most historic and prestigious estates in the entire Loire Valley, an absolute reference for great white wines from Anjou. Established in Rochefort-sur-Loire since 1634, the Baumard family has established itself as one of the most important names in the Savennières and Quarts de Chaume appellations. It was Jean Baumard (1931-2023), professor of viticulture in Angers from 1955 to 1970, who truly built the modern estate by acquiring 5 hectares in Quarts de Chaume as early as 1957 and by becoming, in 1968, the first Angevin winemaker to cross the Loire to invest in Savennières, at the Clos du Papillon and the Clos de Saint Yves. Since 1987, his son Florent, recognized as one of the world's finest winemakers by the international press, has led this 37-hectare estate with rigor and a resolutely personal philosophy: technical precision in the service of terroir, aging in stainless steel without oak, and since 2005 the vast majority of wines bottled under screw cap. Domaine des Baumard produces Savennières, Coteaux du Layon, Quarts de Chaume Grand Cru, Crémants de Loire, an Anjou Rouge and vins de France, from a vineyard planted with 95% Chenin blanc.

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Domaine des Baumard Savennières Clos de Saint Yves 2013

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History of Domaine des Baumard

The origins of Domaine des Baumard date back to 1634, when Jean Baumard's maternal ancestors acquired their first parcels around Rochefort-sur-Loire. The family was then engaged in vine nursery work. It was Jean Baumard who, at the age of 24 in 1955, took over the estate and gave it its current stature. That same year, he was appointed professor at the École Supérieure d'Agriculture et de Viticulture d'Angers, a post he would hold until 1970. In 1957, he acquired more than 5 hectares in Quarts de Chaume, one of the smallest and most precious appellations of the Loire, of which he would become its champion and ardent defender, going so far as to publish a book in 2007 entitled "A Fine Wine of the World: Le Quarts de Chaume". He would also be the first to formally propose the elevation of Quarts de Chaume to Grand Cru status, as early as 1968.

In 1968, Jean Baumard took a historic step by becoming the first Angevin winemaker on the left bank to acquire vines in Savennières, north of the Loire: he purchased the Clos du Papillon and the Clos de Saint Yves. He was also one of the founding producers of the Crémant de Loire appellation. In 1987, his son Florent took over the running of the estate. Recognised for his rigorous technical approach and his firmly held convictions, Florent was notably among the first in France to adopt screw caps on a large scale (since 2005 for virtually the entire range excluding Crémant) and to implement innovative trellising systems. He has chaired several viticultural associations and is regularly cited among the world's finest winemakers by the international press.

Terroirs and Vines of Domaine des Baumard

The vineyard of Domaine des Baumard extends over 37 hectares spread across several appellations of Anjou. The 28 hectares of white varieties are planted 95% to Chenin Blanc (Pineau de la Loire) and 5% to Chardonnay, while the 9 hectares of red varieties are planted to Cabernet Franc (90%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (10%). The terroirs are highly diverse depending on the appellation. In Savennières, the soils are dominated by schists, slates and rhyolites (volcanic rocks), notably in the Clos du Papillon, whose butterfly shape gave the vineyard its name. The Clos du Papillon shares its schistous soils with rhyolitic outcrops that lend the wine its characteristic notes of wild mushrooms (mousseron) and a very distinctive minerality. In Quarts de Chaume, the slate-schist hillside soils, south-facing, are ideal for the development of botrytis and passerillage on Chenin. In Coteaux du Layon, the clay-schist soils of the Clos de Sainte Catherine yield medium-sweet wines of exceptional concentration.

Sustainable viticulture has been practised since the late 1950s, with thoughtful farming methods, reduced doses of copper and sulphur, and a constant respect for natural balances. The estate is not certified organic but has followed a rigorous environmental approach for several decades, long before the term "sustainability" became fashionable in the French wine world.

Winemaking at Domaine des Baumard

Florent Baumard's philosophy in the cellar is one of technical precision in service of terroir expression, with a simple credo: "pick the finest grapes and put them in the bottle". Harvesting is done by hand across the entire estate. Pressing is gentle, slow and very careful, as Florent is convinced that pressing too quickly or too forcefully causes the fruit's intrinsic qualities to be lost. Fermentations take place with indigenous yeasts for the dry wines, in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Florent does not use oak for the fermentation or ageing of his dry white wines: everything is done in stainless steel or tanks, in order to preserve aromatic purity and avoid oxidation. The dry whites are aged on fine lees for 9 to 12 months in stainless steel vats.

For the sweet wines (Quarts de Chaume, Coteaux du Layon, Clos de Sainte Catherine), harvesting is carried out through successive tries to select botrytised or passerillé berries at their optimal stage. Baumard's winemaking method for Quarts de Chaume is specific and sometimes controversial, placing as much importance on grape selection in the vineyard as on winemaking in the cellar. Malolactic fermentation is treated with ambivalence: neither systematically blocked nor systematically permitted. Since 2005, virtually all of the estate's wines (excluding Crémant) have been bottled under screw cap, a decision made by Florent on the basis of quality, not marketing.

The cuvées of Domaine des Baumard

Savennières Clos de Saint Yves: A Savennières cuvée from the lieu-dit Clos de Saint Yves, acquired by Jean Baumard in 1968, on terroirs of schist and slate. Fermentation and ageing entirely in stainless steel vats, with no contact with wood whatsoever. A dry white wine of great minerality, with aromas of lemon, pear, white flowers and chalk, with a precise and taut palate. The entry-level cuvée in the estate's Savennières range, with a high level of consistency across vintages. Variable from year to year, but often remarkable.

Savennières Clos du Papillon: The emblematic and best-known Savennières cuvée of the estate, sourced from the Clos du Papillon, of which Baumard is the most significant owner with the finest parcels. The butterfly shape of the clos gave its name to this exceptional vineyard, with its soils of schist and rhyolite. Fermentation and ageing entirely in stainless steel. The wine reveals aromas of beeswax, the characteristic mushroom notes typical of the schistous terroir (mousseron), lemon, flowers and orchard fruits, with occasionally a slightly oxidative touch linked to the volcanic terroir. Rich and remarkably elegant palate, crystalline minerality and a structure capable of ageing for several decades. One of the finest introductions to the Savennières appellation for many wine lovers around the world.

Savennières Trie Spéciale: A rare and exceptional cuvée, produced only in the greatest vintages when grape quality is at its peak (1989, 1990, 1995, 1997, 2000 in particular). Sourced from an extreme parcel selection of the finest berries, hand-harvested during successive tries. A wine of extraordinary opulence and concentration: honeyed yet dry, round yet firm, with a richness of fruit and a mineral tension that make it a magnificent wine of paradoxes. The absolute pinnacle of the estate's Savennières range, a memorable experience that rivals the greatest white wines in the world.

Coteaux du Layon: A Coteaux du Layon cuvée from overripe Chenin Blanc, vinified in the tradition of Anjou medium-sweet wines. Aromas of apricot, candied fruits, honey and flowers, a balanced and fresh palate. An elegant and approachable medium-sweet wine to discover the Baumard style in its sweeter expression.

Coteaux du Layon Clos de Sainte Catherine: The flagship sweet wine cuvée of the estate and one of the most admired references of the appellation, sourced from the Clos de Sainte Catherine on clay-schist soils. Selection of botrytised Chenin Blanc through successive tries. A wine of remarkable concentration, intensity and depth: candied fruits, acacia honey, saffron, dried flowers and a natural acidity that perfectly balances the sweetness. Capable of ageing and improving over 30 to 40 years under good conditions. One of the great references of the Coteaux du Layon appellation.

Quarts de Chaume Grand Cru: The most celebrated and most mythical wine of the estate, produced since 1957 on the 5 hectares acquired by Jean Baumard in this tiny and precious appellation. The Quarts de Chaume Baumard is one of the world's great expressions of botrytised sweet wine, capable of impressing the most discerning lovers of Sauternes or German Trockenbeerenauslese. Deep gold colour with amber highlights, nose of incomparable complexity: very intense white flowers, candied citrus, honey, exotic fruits and quartzite mineral notes. Texture combining power and precision, richness and focus, in a balance of rare fluidity. A wine capable of ageing for several decades. Jean Baumard was the first to propose the elevation of this appellation to Grand Cru status.

Crémant de Loire Carte Turquoise: A historic Crémant de Loire cuvée produced since 1957, crafted using the traditional method from Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay and Cabernet Franc. Florent Baumard has become a recognised specialist in Crémant de Loire, producing up to four different cuvées. The Carte Turquoise is the reference cuvée: fine and persistent bubbles, nose of apple, brioche and white flowers, fresh and balanced palate with a lovely tension. An artisanal crémant of outstanding quality, reflecting the estate's unique expertise.

Anjou Rouge: Red cuvée from Cabernet Franc (90%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (10%) on the clay-schist soils of Anjou. Tank-aged. A fruity and mineral red wine, with aromas of red berries, violet and graphite, a supple and fresh palate, fine tannins and a lightly spiced finish. The estate's red cuvée, in a delicate and easy-drinking style, faithful to the tradition of Anjou Cabernets.

Cabernet d'Anjou: A soft rosé from Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, in the tradition of the medium-sweet rosés of Anjou. Pink colour with luminous highlights, aromas of red fruits and flowers, a round and suave palate with a gentle natural sweetness balanced by freshness. A typical Anjou rosé, to be served chilled with light starters or as an aperitif.

Rosé de Loire: Dry rosé from a blend of red and rosé grape varieties from Anjou. Pale pink colour, nose of red berries and flowers, fresh and light palate, mineral finish. A thirst-quenching rosé, elegant and refreshing, in the precise and well-balanced style that characterises the estate's entire range.

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