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The Saumur Blanc is produced from the “Pierre Frite” vineyard on the western edge of the Saumur appellation. During the neolithic era, our ancestors erected megaliths (or menhirs) at points of convergence of water currents and telluric currents (points of energy currents emanating from deep earth) and they would rub themselves against the stone in order to capture the energy coming from the ground. The name "Pierre Frite" comes from the Latin "fricta" meaning to rub (against). The wine is 100% Chenin Blanc grown on a siliceous-limestone soil. Vinification methods include the settling of the must “debourbage” which concentrates the flavors, and extended contact with the lies to enrich the wine. There is no malo-lactic fermentation, and the wine offers springtime aromas and a vibrant palate.
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Domaine du Pas Saint Martin is a small family domain located near the town of Saumur in the Loire. It is set among troglodyte caves formed out of ancient fossilized marine life that covered the Saumur region 10 million years ago. During the religious wars of the Middle Ages these caves served as secret places of worship.
Today, Laurent Charrier runs the domain which is a certified organic farm. Laurent’s father was not interested in producing wine and thus in 1994 when Laurent took over the responsibility of the domain, with the help of his mother, he picked up where his grandfather had left off. He immediately set out to acquire certification for organic farming which he received in 1997. The family’s vineyards are primarily in the appellation of Saumur with additional small holdings in Anjou and Coteaux du Layon. The average age of the vines is 30 years with certain parcels being considerably older.
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