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Le Tournebride

2005 Sancerre White Blend

Vincent Gaudry Le Tournebride is a remarkable white blend from the esteemed Sancerre region, crafted in the celebrated vintage of 2005. This wine showcases a bright, pale straw color that invites you into its delightful character. With a medium body, it strikes a perfect balance between elegance and richness, offering a mouthwatering experience. The acidity is pronounced and invigorating, elevating the overall freshness of the wine. Its fruit intensity is prominent, featuring vibrant notes of citrus and stone fruits that dance on the palate. Contributing to its complexity, the wine presents a subtle dryness that enhances its food-friendly nature, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes. This splendid Sancerre reflects the terroir's unique qualities and showcases the artistry of its winemaker, resulting in an enchanting tasting experience.

Tasting notes:


Mineral

Mineral

Citrus Blossom

Citrus Blossom

White Peach

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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