Book Winery Visits in the Anjou-Saumur Wine Region

Anjou Saumur has built its wine identity on indigenous and international varieties, grown across a diverse wine landscape. Visiting the wineries here means discovering a range of wines with distinctive local character direct from source, at estates a stone's throw from Anjou Saumur. If you're searching for wineries near you or a guided tasting close to Anjou Saumur, the options are right on your doorstep.

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Map Of Anjou-Saumur Wineries

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Anjou-Saumur?

Anjou-Saumur is a sub-region part of the Loire Valley wine region. More precisely, Anjou-Saumur is the area around the city of Saumur and towards the city of Angers, on the left bank of the Loire River. Several wineries in Anjou-Saumur are located inside the Regional Natural Park of Loire-Anjou-Touraine.

How to reach wineries in Anjou-Saumur?

The closest airport to wineries in Anjou-Saumur is the Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE). If you land in Nantes and rent a car, to reach wineries in Anjou-Saumur you can take A11 motorway towards Angers and then drive south on A87, D761 or follow road signs to Saumur.

The best season to visit wineries in Anjou-Saumur

The best time to explore wineries in Anjou-Saumur is between April and June or September and October. During these periods, you will get to enjoy long springtime and chilly autumn days, while witnessing the harvesting process.

What do wineries in Anjou-Saumur offer?

Wineries in Anjou-Saumur are historical wineries guided by expert winemakers that perfectly know how to get the best from the grapes and the terroir. Most wineries in Anjou-Saumur are still owned by the latest generation of the family that first started the business.
In recent years, many wineries in Anjou-Saumur have started to produce organic wine and have adapted to more modern winemaking techniques.
Wineries in Anjou-Saumur offer a variety of facilities that will make your visit smooth and enjoyable. Numerous wineries in Anjou-Saumur have reduced mobility access and offer parking spaces for busses, in case you visit with a group. Some wineries are also pet-friendly.

The most common grape varieties and style of wines in Anjou-Saumur

The leading grape varieties in Anjou-Saumur are Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc. You could also find vineyards planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, but Cabernet Franc suits the Atlantic climate of the Loire Valley wine region better.
Anjou-Saumur is the birthplace of Chenin Blanc, which is the region's number one wine that you need to try.

What are the most popular wineries to visit in Anjou-Saumur?

The most popular wineries in Anjou-Saumur are:

Which wineries in Anjou-Saumur produce organic wines?

If you are looking for organic wineries in Anjou-Saumur, here's a quick list:

How many wineries are in Anjou-Saumur?

Until September 2021, the Anjou-Saumur wine region in the Loire Valley of France is home to approximately 200 wineries.

What is the oldest winery in Anjou-Saumur?

The oldest winery in the Anjou-Saumur wine region is difficult to pinpoint with certainty, as wine production has been a longstanding tradition in the area dating back centuries. However, one notable historic winery in the region is Château de Brézé. The estate has a rich history that can be traced back to the 15th century, making it one of the oldest wineries in the region.

What's unique about Anjou-Saumur wineries?

Anjou-Saumur wineries in the Loire Valley stand out for their diverse grape varieties, including Chenin Blanc. The region's terroir with limestone soils and the Loire River influence contributes to unique wines