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Le Chatillet

2010 Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc

The Balland-Chapuis Le Chatillet is an exquisite 2010 Sauvignon Blanc from the renowned Sancerre region, celebrated for its vibrant expression and finesse. This white wine boasts a medium-bodied profile, offering a harmonious balance that is both lively and refreshing. With a high level of acidity, it presents an invigorating crispness that dances on the palate, enhancing its delightful fruit-forward character. The wine showcases prominent notes of citrus and green apple, intertwined with hints of flint and herbs, which are typical of Sancerre's unique terroir. This Sauvignon Blanc is bone dry, making it an incredibly food-friendly option, beautifully complementing seafood dishes or fresh salads. Enjoy this elegant wine now or cellar it for further development, as it continues to evolve with time.

Tasting notes:


Mineral

Mineral

Citrus Blossom

Citrus Blossom

Gooseberry

Gooseberry

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:


Oysters Rockefeller, Ceviche, Arugula Salad

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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