Le Manoir

2014 Sancerre White Blend

Alphonse Mellot Le Manoir, a splendid white blend from the renowned Sancerre region, offers a delightful exploration of the Loire Valley's terroir. This 2014 vintage showcases a bright and expressive profile, characterized by its vibrant acidity that enlivens the palate. The wine presents an intriguing complexity with prominent fruit intensity, marked by notes of zesty citrus and ripe stone fruits, harmoniously intertwined with subtle mineral undertones. Its medium-bodied nature provides a wonderful balance, enhancing the overall drinking experience. Alphonse Mellot Le Manoir is a food-friendly choice, pairing beautifully with seafood dishes or light salads, making it an excellent companion for any occasion.

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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