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Les Romains

2011 Sancerre Pinot Noir

The Gitton Père et Fils Les Romains from the Sancerre region is a captivating expression of Pinot Noir that dazzles the senses. This red wine showcases a beautiful ruby hue, indicating its depth and richness. The nose enchants with an array of aromas, featuring vibrant red berry fruits intertwined with subtle floral notes and hints of earthy undertones. On the palate, it reveals a medium-bodied profile that strikes a harmonious balance between bright acidity and elegant tannins, contributing to its refined structure. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering luscious flavors of cherry and raspberry that evoke a delightful sense of freshness. This wine is dry, making it an excellent choice for a variety of food pairings. With its graceful complexity and soft finish, the Gitton Père et Fils Les Romains is a true testament to the terroir of Sancerre and showcases the finesse of well-crafted Pinot Noir.

Tasting notes:


Raspberry

Raspberry

Cherry

Cherry

Earth

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:


Grilled Salmon, 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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