Les Romaines

2008 Sancerre White Blend

Domaine Vacheron Les Romaines is a captivating white blend from the esteemed Sancerre region, celebrated for its brilliance and complexity. This 2008 vintage showcases a beautiful pale yellow hue, hinting at the elegant character within. The wine presents a medium body that balances a lively acidity, giving it a refreshing and bright mouthfeel. The fruit intensity is pronounced, revealing delightful notes of citrus and stone fruits that dance on the palate. Its dryness complements the flavor profile, making it an incredibly food-friendly choice. With a subtle yet notable integration of oak, this wine is a testament to the meticulous winemaking practices of Domaine Vacheron, reflecting the terroir of Sancerre beautifully.

Tasting notes:

Mineral

White Flowers

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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