Thierry Germain: The Vine Whisperer
Meet Thierry Germain. He grew up in a winemaking family in Bordeaux. Now he’s a terroir hero in the Loire Valley. On his quest to obtain what he calls "the beautiful plant," he developed an extraordinary understanding of his terroir and vines. Through biodynamic practices and his intuitive approach to viticulture, Thierry has become a reference for honest expressions of terroir in Saumur-Champigny wines. Venture to his domain, into the vines and his labyrinthine cellar dug out of the local Tuffeau limestone to learn more about his unique philosophy on viticulture and winemaking.
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What you'll learn
Main grape varieties of the Loire Valley: Chenin & Cabernet Franc
Impact of region's particular limestone soil
Viticulture basics
Thierry Germain's unique approach to viticulture
People you will meet
Thierry Germain
Winemaker
Domaine des Roches Neuves
Louis Germain
Winemaker
Domaine des Roches Neuves
Wines in This Experience
Thierry Germain: The Vine Whisperer
Producer
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