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Up Bourgeois

2013 Sancerre Pinot Noir

The Alain Gueneau Up Bourgeois is a captivating red wine from the prestigious Sancerre region, crafted exclusively from the Pinot Noir varietal. This 2013 vintage showcases a lovely balance of acidity and body, making it both refreshing and elegant on the palate. The wine offers an array of enticing fruit flavors, including ripe cherries and delicate red berries, which are perfectly complemented by subtle earthy undertones. Tannins are notable yet refined, providing structure without overwhelming the wine’s graceful character. With its dry profile, the Up Bourgeois is an exemplary expression of terroir that invites enjoyment alongside a variety of dishes, making it a delightful choice for any occasion.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

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:


Roasted Duck, Duck Breast, Roasted Herbed Chicken

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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