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La Villaudiere Red Wine

2016 Sancerre Red Blend

La Villaudiere Red Wine is a captivating red blend from the renowned Sancerre region, celebrated for its picturesque vineyards and unique terroir. The 2016 vintage presents a vibrant red color, inviting the taster to explore its complex depths. With a medium body, this wine offers a delightful balance that is both approachable and satisfying. The acidity is bright and refreshing, enhancing the wine's overall liveliness and making it highly food-friendly. Tannins are present yet refined, lending a subtle structure that supports the wine without overpowering its fruit character. Intense yet not overwhelming, the fruit notes burst forth with layers of red berry and plum, creating an inviting experience that is perfect for enjoying with a variety of dishes. As a dry red blend, La Villaudiere embodies the elegance of the Sancerre region, making it a wonderful choice for those seeking a sophisticated yet enjoyable wine.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Cherry

Cherry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

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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