Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest shop price | 2023 / 750ml | ≈ $46.58Original CHF 38.50 | fr.millesima.ch ↗ |
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Grape Varieties 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Drinking Window 6 to 8 years
Classification Sancerre AOC/AOP
Region Sancerre
Soil Rich flint soil typical of sites alongside the loire river
Vine Age Old vines
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Gentle Pressing Immediately After Harvest
Unfined Yes
Unfiltered Yes
Production Details The old-vine plots have naturally low yields, receive only organic fertilizers, and are grassed between rows. Fermentation is in oak barrels, one quarter new. The wine matures on fine lees for 12 months, receives only two rackings timed to lunar cycles, and rests in the producer's cellars for 6–12 months after bottling. The recommended serving range is 12–13°C.
Tasting Notes Bright golden yellow; lime blossom, verbena and flint; grapefruit, almond, hawthorn flower, vanilla and coconut; full-bodied, intense, lively, smoky and fresh
Food Pairing Fish, shellfish, white meats with mushrooms, grilled lobster, and turbot with meat sauce
Critics Ratings 93
Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop price | 2022 / — | ≈ $266.17Original CHF 220.00 | fr.millesima.ch ↗ |
| Shop price | 2023 / 750ml | ≈ $46.58Original CHF 38.50 | fr.millesima.ch ↗ |
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