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La Petite Moussière

Sancerre Red Blend

Alphonse Mellot La Petite Moussière is a captivating red blend hailing from the renowned Sancerre region, known for its exceptional terroir and meticulous winemaking traditions. This wine showcases a beautiful red hue, inviting you to experience its depth and character. With a medium body, it offers a harmonious balance on the palate, while its acidity is bright and refreshing, perfectly complementing the fruit-forward profile. Expect prominent notes of red berries and subtle spice, creating a delightful complexity. The tannins are medium and elegant, providing a smooth mouthfeel that lingers on the finish. This wine is crafted to be dry, making it a versatile companion for various culinary delights. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with food, Alphonse Mellot La Petite Moussière is a true expression of the Sancerre region's rich winemaking heritage.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

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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