The wines of the Saumur wine-growing region are mainly made up of 80% Chenin, but other grape varieties can also be used: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Pineau d’Aunis. Spread out in islets, the Saumur vineyard rests on chalk and tuffeau soils. The climate of the terroir is temperate, with an oceanic influence. These wines are particularly renowned, whatever their type.