La Vallée Des Vignes Sancerre

2023 Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc

This Sauvignon Blanc from Eric Cottat's La Vallée Des Vignes in Sancerre is a classic expression of the renowned region. The wine, with its vibrant white hue, captures the essence of the terroir where it originated. The 2023 vintage showcases the purity and freshness typically associated with Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc. It embodies a light-bodied profile that is delicately balanced with refreshing acidity, highlighting the signature fruit characteristics of the Sauvignon Blanc grape. The Eric Cottat La Vallée Des Vignes Sancerre is a prime example of the elegance and finesse that this famous French region is celebrated for.

Tasting notes:

Mineral

Citrus Blossom

White Peach

Flavor profile:

Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Ceviche, Light Seafood, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter

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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