July 19, 2023
9 Sancerre Wines to Electrify Your Palate
Style
Type
Still
Winemaker
Pierre Durand
Appellation
Sancerre
Varieties
Sauvignon Blanc
Viticulture
Average age of the vines: 30 years. Sustainably grown.
Farming
Certified Sustainable
Terroir
Soils are dominated by Terres Blanches (Kimmeridgian marls) and Caillotes (stony, calcareous soils).
Vineyard
82 acres in the hamlet of “Les Epsailles” (commune of Crézancy, in eastern part of Sancerre appellation).
Vinification
10-15 days fermentation in stainless steel tanks.
Aging
Matured for 3 months on the fine lees prior to bottling.
Features
Bottle, Cork
Available Sizes (L)
0.750
Distribution Area
New Jersey
Shelf Talkers
Tech Sheets
Case Cards
Tasting Note
Vibrant, lemon color. Aromas of citrus fruit and white flowers on the nose, with a classic backdrop of minerality. Medium-bodied on the palate, with concentrated fruit and great energy and verve. A classic, well-balanced Sancerre Blanc with a long, clean finish.
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