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La Garenne

2010 Sancerre Red Blend

Domaine Fouassier La Garenne is a captivating red blend from the esteemed Sancerre region, beautifully showcasing the elegance and character of its terroir. This vintage from 2010 presents a striking red hue that beautifully hints at the complexity within. With a medium body, it offers a balanced profile that feels both substantial and approachable. The acidity is bright and lively, providing a refreshing backbone that harmonizes perfectly with the wine's lively fruit intensity. Notes of dark cherries, plums, and subtle hints of earthy undertones tantalize the palate, while the tannins are notably firm yet smooth, adding to the wine's overall structure and finesse. The wine is dry, making it an excellent companion for a variety of rich dishes or enjoyed on its own. Domaine Fouassier La Garenne undoubtedly reflects the artistry of winemaking in Sancerre, making it a delightful experience for any wine enthusiast.

Tasting notes:


Cherry

Cherry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone 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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