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Domaine de la Paleine
Domaine de la Paleine produces wines from Saumur, in the Middle Loire Valley, where Cabernet Franc and white varieties thrive on slate and limestone soils. The winery's Crémant de Loire Rosé, a blend of Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay, demonstrates the region's sparkling wine tradition with precision and balance. Its still wines—La Maison Cassée and Saumur Puy-Notre-Dame, both Cabernet Franc—reflect the dark-fruited character and mineral tension that define the appellation. Wine Advocate and Decanter have rated these releases, underscoring their technical merit. The portfolio centers on the interplay between Loire's cool-climate acidity and the structure that slate-based terroirs impart to red and sparkling wines alike.
Critics
Wine Advocate, Decanter