The list below is full of terrific family domaines, top sellers and a couple new producers at the Bottle Shop. Not only is Sancerre Blanc a great aperitif, it is wonderful for serving with French goat’s milk cheeses, raw oysters, shellfish, white fishes and sushi. Folks want something crisp, elegant and, let's face it, easy-to-drink right now in whites, and that certainly describes Sancerre. Today we are focusing on Sancerre White, which is having a real moment during this global pandemic. If a red is made, it is 100% Pinot Noir, and the same for the lovely Sancerre Rosé wines we adore. If a white is made there, it is 100% Sauvignon Blanc by French law. Just delicious! So enjoyable now, this will drink well for 5-7 years, perhaps longer.Pronouced, Sancerre is a lovely village located on top of a hill, surrounded by acres and acres of vineyards known as Sancerre, the region. Perfect ripeness with high tone fruit, lovely texture, excellent persistence and lively acidity. Medium-full with excellent concentration. Bright yellow with golden tints aromas of bell pepper, lemon oil and buttercups. OutstandingĢ018 Pascal Jolivet Sancerre “Le Chêne Marchand” - This is from a single vineyard of 2 hectares (approximately 5 acres), with 35/40 year old vines on chalky soils. Enjoyable now, but will improve with another year in the bottle. Rich mid-palate, very good acidity, excellent complexity and a well-structured finish with a distinct stony, chalky note. Medium-full with very good concentration. Aromas of yellow pepper, cut hay and chive. ExcellentĢ018 Pascal Jolivet Sancerre “Les Caillotes” - This is from vines with an average age of 30 years planted on small chalky stones in a terroir with southern exposition. Enjoy over the next 3-5 years, perhaps longer. Medium-full, this has delicate fruit, very good acidity and impressive persistence, along with a light touch of minerality in the finish. Aromas of Bosc pear, lime and apple peel. ExcellentĢ018 Pascal Jolivet Sancerre “Clos du Roy” - This is from a single vineyard less than 1 hectare (about 2, 5 acres) the vines are 45-year old plus. Well made and clean, this is tasty and should be enjoyed with lighter seafood or game birds with herbs over the next 2-3 years. ![]() Nicely balanced with very good varietal character, good acidity and persistence. Medium-bodied with very good concentration. ![]() ExcellentĢ018 Jean Vincent Sancerre - Aromas of Bosc pear, green pepper and dried yellow flowers. Lean finish with vibrant acidity and impressive persistence. Very GoodĢ018 La Perrière Sancerre - Aromas of yellow pepper and gooseberry. Medium-bodied, this has very good acidity and is nicely balanced with good persistence and varietal character. If you’re not familiar with Sancerre and want to learn what all the excitement is about, don’t miss your chance to taste examples from one of the finest vintages of the last 50 years!Ģ018 Pascal Jolivet Sancerre - Aromas of spearmint and yellow flowers. If you’re a long-time fan of Sancerre, you have to stock up on these wines. I know I will taste more in the coming months, as I am love with this Sancerre vintage. ![]() These wines all display notable varietal purity - the best examples of Sancerre from 2018 are unmistakably Sauvignon Blanc - and lovely harmony. I tasted Jolivet’s classic Sancerre, along with three other single vineyard offerings from this producer, along with a few examples from other producers.
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