Saumur
White — avg 88.4/100 Wine Enthusiast score
88.4
range 84–95
$23.4
40
white
Saumur — a Loire Valley white appellation. Across 40 expert reviews the average Wine Enthusiast score is 88.4/100.
Appellation profile
Scores at a glance
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average score | 88.4/100 |
| Score range | 84–95 |
| Average price | $23.4 |
| Review count | 40 |
| Color | White |
Dominant varieties
0, 1, 2, 3, 4
Relative standing in the Loire
Rated above the Loire Valley median — a consistent performer in expert tastings.
Tasting notes
Signature flavor descriptors
Across the aggregated expert reviews, the descriptors most frequently associated with this appellation are: rich, crisp, almond, apple, spice, creamy, mineral, toast.
Top-scored wines
| Wine | Producer | Score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Château de Parnay 2011 Clos d'Entre les Murs (Saumur) | Château de Parnay | 95/100 | $120 |
| Bouvet-Ladubay NV Trésor Brut (Saumur) | Bouvet-Ladubay | 92/100 | $18 |
| Bouvet-Ladubay 2010 Trésor Brut (Saumur) | Bouvet-Ladubay | 92/100 | — |
| Château de Brézé 2012 Clos de la Rue (Saumur) | Château de Brézé | 92/100 | $45 |
| Bouvet-Ladubay 2010 Trésor Brut (Saumur) | Bouvet-Ladubay | 92/100 | — |
Sample expert review
This wine comes from a vineyard, created in 1894, in which the vines are planted against walls to get the maximum reflected heat. It is a majestic wine—a smooth wave, opulent and rich with intense acidity and just a hint of spice. The wine is just ready to drink, although it will be even more impressive from 2018.
— Wine Enthusiast, on Château de Parnay 2011 Clos d'Entre les Murs (Saumur)
Terroir & Heritage
Heritage neighbours
Nearby protected monuments that share the Loire terroir include:
- Manoir de Chaligny de Sainte-Pexine
- Maison du 15e siècle de Tours
- Deux tumuli de Soings-en-Sologne
- Ancien château des Etangs
- Ancienne église Saint-Martin de Nuillé
UNESCO cultural landscape
This appellation sits within (or adjacent to) the cultural landscape covered by the Val de Loire UNESCO inscription.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average score of Saumur wines?
Saumur averages 88.4/100 across 40 expert reviews on Wine Enthusiast, with a range of 84 to 95.
How much does Saumur wine cost?
Average price across reviewed wines is $23.4. Actual retail prices vary by vintage, producer and distributor.
What type of wine is Saumur?
Saumur is predominantly a white wine appellation of the Loire Valley.
Data source: Wine Enthusiast expert reviews (data.culture.gouv.fr). Last updated: April 14, 2026.