Tradition

2012 Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc

Domaine Carlin-Pinson Tradition is a captivating Sauvignon Blanc from the esteemed Sancerre region, showcasing the wonderful characteristics of this iconic varietal. With its brilliant white hue, this wine invites you in with pronounced aromas of zesty citrus, green apple, and enchanting floral notes. On the palate, it presents a vibrant and mouthwatering acidity that dances harmoniously with its medium fruit intensity, offering delightful flavors of ripe grapefruit and hints of herbaceousness. The wine is bone-dry, providing a refreshing and clean finish that lingers beautifully, making it the perfect companion for a variety of seafood dishes or creamy goat cheese. Domaine Carlin-Pinson Tradition exemplifies the elegance and finesse that Sancerre is renowned for, delivering a truly remarkable tasting experience.

Tasting notes:

Lemon

Grapefruit

White Peach

Flavor profile:

Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Seafood Salad, Seafood, Goat Cheese 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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