Les Saurins

2022 Sancerre Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc

The Bernard Fleuriet & Fils Les Saurins wine from the iconic Sancerre region captures the essence of elegance and finesse. Crafted from a blend of Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc grapes, this red wine showcases a harmonious combination of flavors that dance on the palate. The wine exudes a medium body, with a delightful interplay of fruit-forward notes that are perfectly balanced. With a pleasing acidity that brightens the overall profile and a subtle dryness, this vintage embodies the artistry and sophistication synonymous with wines from Sancerre.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Forest Floor

Blackcurrant

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Grilled Salmon, Grilled Salmon a la Plancha, Seared Salmon

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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