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Le Grand Roc

2018 Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc

Gerard Fiou Le Grand Roc is a captivating red wine from the esteemed Sancerre region, known for its vibrant terroir and meticulous grape-growing practices. This 2018 vintage showcases a medium body, offering a delightful balance of texture and freshness. The acidity is pronounced, providing a lively and mouthwatering quality that enhances the wine's character. With pronounced fruit intensity, expect an explosion of blackcurrant and dark cherry notes that dance on the palate. The tannins are well-structured yet approachable, making it a versatile choice for various culinary pairings. This wine is remarkably dry, ensuring that each sip is clean and refreshing, inviting you to indulge in its complex profile.

Tasting notes:


Citrus Blossom

Citrus Blossom

Gooseberry

Gooseberry

Mineral

Mineral

Flavor profile:


Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Seafood, Seafood Salad, Light Seafood

Region:


Sancerre
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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