Domaine Fouet

The estate cultivates around 20 hectares of organic vines, using Cabernet Franc, Pineau d'Aunis and Chenin grapes, and produces Saumur Blanc and Saumur Champigny Appellations, as well as Pétillants Naturels and sulfite-free wines. The vines are cultivated with respect for biodiversity, and the quality of the wines produced reflects the region's magnificent terroirs. Tuffeau, a limestone dating back 90 million years, gives the wines a remarkable specificity. The Chenin-based white wines evoke great freshness, while the light, fruity reds express all the elegance of the Saumur region. Concerned about preserving the environment, the domaine uses eco-pasture to maintain the vines, and agro-forestry by planting apple trees in certain plots. You can visit the winery on your own, thanks to a booklet that guides you step by step and at your own pace. You'll learn about the history of the estate, the work of the winemaker, our barrels and amphorae. You can also admire the troglodytic cellar and its 12th-century dwelling. This heritage treasure, forgotten for generations, was rediscovered only ten years ago. A bread oven and other traces of daily life have been discovered, and have remained exceptionally intact. In a friendly, family atmosphere, a commented wine tasting and sale are offered at the end of each visit. Free admission.