Les Herses

2010 Sancerre Pinot Noir

Gitton Pere And Fils Les Herses is a captivating red wine from the renowned Sancerre region, showcasing the elegance and finesse characteristic of Pinot Noir. This 2010 vintage exhibits a well-balanced body, allowing the subtle complexity of flavors to shine through. The acidity is refreshingly bright, perfectly complementing the wine's vibrant fruit intensity, which presents notes of ripe red berries and cherries. Tannins are gracefully structured, providing a firm yet smooth mouthfeel that enhances the wine's overall charm. With its dry profile, this wine is ideal for pairing with a variety of dishes, making it a delightful choice for both casual gatherings and more refined occasions.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Earth

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Salad, Caprese Salad, 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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