Designation

Sancerre red

Grape variety

Pinot noir

Area

4.7 hectares

Soil

This cuvée is a blend of plots located on the three emblematic soil types of the Sancerre appellation: caillottes, flint and white earth.

Vinification

Only old vines, the source of the concentration needed for Pinot in our region, are used for our reds.

After being hand-picked, the grapes are destemmed and placed in vats for fermentation. During maceration, which lasts until the end of alcoholic fermentation, we alternate punching down with pumping over to ensure optimum extraction of the fine tannins and aromas.

The wine is then placed in barrels, some of which are new, to mature for 12 to 18 months, during which time it undergoes malolactic fermentation.

Features

To the eye, this cuvée captivates with its dark ruby colour and violet highlights. Its intense nose reveals aromas of blackberry, bilberry, redcurrant and cherry, sublimated by delicate spicy and woody notes. On the palate, the concentration of black fruit is fully expressed, supported by silky, mellow tannins. The balance between freshness and structure is superb, with a long, elegant finish.

Tasting notes from :
Jean-Christophe POUTEAU, Sommelier-Conseil-Caviste, Graduate of the Suze la Rousse Wine University

This red wine is perfect with salmon grilled a la plancha, a dark chocolate fondant or a red fruit crème brulée.

Ageing potential

Our red Sancerre reaches its full potential 18 to 36 months after harvesting and will give you pleasure throughout its ageing period, which can range from 4 to 10 years, depending on the vintage and storage.