Élevé En Fût Caprice

2009 Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc

David Sautereau Élevé En Fût Caprice is a delightful white wine that showcases the unique characteristics of Sauvignon Blanc from the renowned Sancerre region. This 2009 vintage exhibits a bright and refreshing profile, with a medium body that offers a nice balance between richness and elegance. The acidity is pronounced, delivering a mouthwatering experience that elevates the wine's freshness. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring alluring notes of citrus and green apple, complemented by subtle hints of herbs and flint, which are typical of the terroir. This wine is bone dry, making it an excellent companion for seafood dishes or fresh salads, and its well-structured character enhances its appeal. Overall, David Sautereau Élevé En Fût Caprice is a captivating expression of Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc, inviting wine lovers to enjoy its complexity and finesse.

Tasting notes:

Lemon

Mineral

White Peach

Flavor profile:

Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Shellfish, Poached Fish, Lemon Herb Couscous

Region:

Sancerre

Lovers of crisp Sauvignon Blanc will be familiar with France's Sancerre appellation. One of the jewels of the Loire Valley region, Sancerre sits on the western banks of the Loire River in central France. Benefitting from a favorable hilltop position and complex limestone soils, the vines here get extra warmth as sunlight reflects off the water. This develops ripeness in the grapes, helping to bring out Sauvignon Blanc's intense gooseberry, nettle and mineral characters. Sancerre is not only known for its Sauvignon Blancs, however. Bright, thirst-quenching Pinot Noir thrives throughout the region. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestige of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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