Le Vallon

Sancerre Sauvignon

The Balland-Chapuis Le Vallon is an elegant Sauvignon Blanc from the renowned Sancerre region in France. This white wine exudes a delightful balance of body, acidity, and fruit intensity. The crisp acidity provides a refreshing zing that dances on the palate, while the fruit flavors shine through with a lovely prominence. The wine's dry profile adds to its overall sophistication, making it a perfect choice for those who appreciate a well-crafted and vibrant Sauvignon Blanc.

Tasting notes:

Grapefruit

White Flowers

White Peach

Flavor profile:

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Oysters, Oysters Rockefeller, Goat Cheese 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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