La Vallée des Vignes

2012 Sancerre White Blend

Eric Cottat La Vallée des Vignes is a delightful white blend hailing from the prestigious Sancerre region, renowned for its exceptional terroir. This 2012 vintage showcases a beautiful pale gold color, hinting at its rich flavor profile. The wine presents a medium body that gracefully balances its components. With high acidity, it offers a refreshing and lively experience, making each sip mouthwatering. The fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing vibrant notes of citrus and stone fruits that are characteristic of the region's esteemed varietals. This blend is dry, making it an ideal companion for a variety of dishes or perfect for enjoying on its own. Eric Cottat's craftsmanship shines through in this elegant offering, inviting wine lovers to revel in the beauty of Sancerre's whites.

Tasting notes:

Mineral

Citrus Blossom

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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