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Saumur Underground Tuffeau City

Saumur, France

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"90 million years of geology—Loire Valley's underground tuffeau caves, first quarried for cathedrals, then perfected for sparkling wine aging at constant 54-57°F."

CellarHistoricFood focused
Founded
1864
Price
Moderate
Visit website www.gratienmeyer.com

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    Saumur Underground Tuffeau City

    Beneath Saumur lies a second city carved from tuffeau limestone - Roman quarries expanded over 2,000 years. Some galleries extend 40 meters underground. Now these caves age sparkling wine (Saumur Mousseux) and host wine museums.

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