Saget Marie de Beauregard Vouvray

Saget Marie de Beauregard Vouvray is an off-dry Chenin Blanc from the Loire Valley's Vouvray appellation, bottled at 12.5% ABV in a 750ml format. The 2016 vintage earned 91 points from Wine Spectator, affirming its place among reliable, expressive examples of the appellation's signature grape.

Quick Facts: ABV: 12.5%  |  Origin: Vouvray, Loire Valley, France  |  Off-Dry Chenin Blanc  |  Producer: Saget La Perrière

Production & Heritage

Saget La Perrière produces this wine from 100% Chenin Blanc — locally known as Pineau de la Loire — grown on their estate in the village of La Roche Corbon within the Vouvray appellation. Grapes are mechanically harvested in early October and slowly pressed using a pneumatic press; the must is then clarified through static cold settling over two days before fermentation begins. The name "Marie de Beauregard" pays homage to the first owner's wife of the historic water mill where the wines are aged, lending the cuvée both a distinct provenance and a connection to centuries of Loire Valley winemaking tradition.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with subtle chalky minerality before giving way to ripe pear, quince, and tangerine. Deeper beneath, lime blossom and honeysuckle weave through delicate vanilla nuances picked up during aging.

Taste: The entry is juicy and slightly sweet, with creamy stonefruit — white peach and nectarine — meeting a bright, minerally core. Mid-palate layers of ginger, cardamom, and honeyed citrus build complexity, while a fine acidity keeps every element in tension. Fig and hazelnut flicker through as the wine opens up in the glass.

Finish: The finish is lengthy and lively, with fresh acidity reasserting itself over lingering notes of apricot and orange blossom. A streak of chalky mineral character carries through to the very end, leaving the palate clean and invigorated.

How to Drink Marie de Beauregard Vouvray

Serve lightly chilled between 46–50°F to let both the aromatic complexity and the off-dry sweetness express themselves fully. This Vouvray is outstanding on its own as an aperitif, but it also excels at the table.

• Spritz: Combine with sparkling water and a grapefruit twist for a low-ABV refresher where the wine's ginger and honeysuckle notes shine.
• Classic pairing with charcuterie: The off-dry profile and acidity cut through rich pâtés and rillettes — a traditional Loire Valley match.
• Wine cocktail base: Use in a white sangria with sliced pear and fresh mint, where the wine's quince and stonefruit character amplifies the fruit medley.

Best For

• Introducing someone to off-dry Chenin Blanc and Loire Valley wines
• Pairing with a holiday meal featuring roast poultry or glazed ham
• Gifting a wine enthusiast who appreciates Old World French whites
• Warm-weather aperitif service before a dinner party

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Marie de Beauregard Vouvray taste like? This is an off-dry Chenin Blanc with dominant flavors of ripe pear, quince, and honeyed stonefruit, balanced by bright acidity and a chalky mineral finish. Ginger, hazelnut, and orange blossom add layers of secondary complexity.

How does Marie de Beauregard Vouvray compare to Domaine Huet Vouvray? Both are Vouvray appellations made from 100% Chenin Blanc, but Domaine Huet is a biodynamic estate producing multiple single-vineyard bottlings at generally higher price points. Marie de Beauregard positions as a more accessible introduction to off-dry Vouvray, with a fruit-forward, creamy profile rather than the intensely mineral, age-worthy style Huet is known for.

Is Marie de Beauregard Vouvray good for beginners? Yes — its gentle off-dry sweetness, moderate 12.5% ABV, and approachable fruit character make it an excellent gateway into both Chenin Blanc and the broader world of Loire Valley whites.

Where is Marie de Beauregard Vouvray made? It is produced by Saget La Perrière from their estate in the village of La Roche Corbon, within the Vouvray appellation of the Loire Valley, France. The wines are aged in a historic water mill on the property.

What foods pair well with Marie de Beauregard Vouvray? Roast chicken or turkey with a honey glaze mirrors the wine's off-dry stonefruit character. Thai green curry or Vietnamese spring rolls work beautifully, as the residual sugar tempers spice. Aged Comté or mild goat cheese — a Loire Valley classic — highlights the wine's minerality. Pan-seared scallops with a citrus beurre blanc echo its creamy texture and bright acidity. Fresh fruit tarts, especially pear or apricot, complement the nose directly.

What sizes does Marie de Beauregard Vouvray come in? The standard bottling is 750ml, which is the widely available format.

Is Marie de Beauregard Vouvray worth the price? Marie de Beauregard positions as an entry-level to mid-range Vouvray that consistently over-delivers for its tier, evidenced by its 91-point Wine Spectator score. It represents strong value within the appellation, offering complexity and terroir character typically associated with pricier single-estate Vouvrays.

Why Marie de Beauregard Vouvray?

What distinguishes this bottling is the convergence of a specific place and a deliberate production philosophy: fruit from La Roche Corbon, pneumatic pressing, and patient aging in a centuries-old water mill that lends the cuvée its very name. The 91-point Wine Spectator score on the 2016 vintage confirms that the approach delivers measurable quality, not just a romantic story. Among off-dry Vouvrays at this price tier, few combine the textural creaminess, mineral backbone, and aromatic complexity found here. For anyone building a foundational understanding of what Chenin Blanc can do in the Loire Valley, this is a serious and rewarding starting point.