Les Pénitents

Sancerre Chardonnay

The Alphonse Mellot Les Pénitents is an elegant white wine made from Chardonnay grapes grown in the renowned Sancerre region. This Chardonnay showcases a beautiful pale yellow color in the glass, inviting you to savor its complex aromas and flavors. The wine exudes a harmonious balance of acidity, fruit intensity, and a delightful touch of oak that adds depth and character. With a refreshing yet full-bodied profile, this Chardonnay from Sancerre is a true expression of exceptional winemaking craft.

Tasting notes:

White Flowers

Lemon

Mineral

Pairs well with:

Seafood, Grilled Salmon a la Plancha, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:

France

While it was not the first country to master winemaking, no other country has determined the course of wine and wine culture as much as France. From the sparkling wines of Champagne to the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of Burgundy; from Bordeaux's sumptuous blends to Alsace's Riesling; and from the Loire Valley's Sauvignon Blancs to exciting new regions like Pays d'Oc in the south, France has given the world nearly all the major styles and grape varieties that dominate what we drink today. There are numerous reasons why France and wine are so inextricably linked, but perhaps the foremost is geography. Few places can rival France's unique array of hot and cool-climate regions and the abundant maritime influences and mountainous terrain found throughout the country.

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