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Facetie

2005 Sancerre Sauvignon

Domaine Des Caves Du Prieure Facetie is a captivating white wine hailing from the esteemed Sancerre region, famed for its exceptional Sauvignon Blanc. This vintage 2005 showcases a pronounced acidity, making it refreshingly vibrant and invigorating on the palate. The wine displays a medium body that perfectly balances its lively character, allowing for a delightful mouthfeel. With a prominent fruit intensity, it reveals enticing notes of citrus and green apple, complemented by subtle herbaceous undertones that are characteristic of the varietal. The dryness of this wine enhances its crispness, making it a fantastic choice for pairing with seafood or light salads. Sancerre's unique terroir adds further complexity, resulting in a wine that is not only well-structured but also tremendously enjoyable.

Tasting notes:


Mineral

Mineral

Citrus Blossom

Citrus Blossom

White Peach

White Peach

Flavor profile:


Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

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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