La Louisonne

Sancerre Pinot Noir

Emile Balland's La Louisonne is a captivating Pinot Noir hailing from the esteemed Sancerre region. This red wine embodies elegance and finesse with its delicate nuances and refined character. The wine showcases a medium body, with a balanced acidity that adds a refreshing vibrancy to the palate. La Louisonne boasts a fruit intensity that is moderate, offering notes of red berries and a hint of earthiness. The dryness of this wine enhances its sophistication, making it a delightful choice for those seeking a well-rounded and nuanced Pinot Noir experience.

Tasting notes:

Raspberry

Earth

Redcurrant

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Roasted Chicken, Roasted Herbed Chicken, Seared Salmon

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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