2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification AOC/AOP Sancerre; certified organic vintage
Region Sancerre
Soil Clay-limestone terres blanches
Harvest Dates Entirely hand harvested
Fermentation Vessels Temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks
Maceration 15 days
Oak Types Oak
Barrel Size 600
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Fining Agents Gelatin
Production Volume 9,300 bottles
Bottles9,300
Production Details Grapes are harvested entirely by hand. Maceration and alcoholic fermentation occur in temperature-controlled stainless steel with daily pump-overs and cap immersion; the exact-vintage importer specifies 15 days at no more than 25°C, using remontage and pigeage. Élevage and malolactic fermentation are conducted two-thirds in 600 L demi-muids for 12 months, with stainless steel also used before final barrel/tank blending. The importer describes the demi-muids as oak, says one-third of the barrels are renewed annually, and reports racking, gelatin fining, light filtration, and bottling 12 months after harvest. Recommended serving temperature is 14–16°C.
Tasting Notes Bright, clear garnet-red appearance; cassis, blueberry, cinnamon and pepper initially, opening to sour cherry, cassis and wild strawberry. Direct, concentrated palate with ample refined tannins, blackberry, cranberry, light vanilla and toasted nuances, and a long, dense, precise finish.
Food Pairing Veal, Iberico pork, lamb, poultry and game birds, stews, pasta, vegetable dishes, and mild to piquant cheeses
Vintages
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification Sancerre AOC
Region Sancerre
Tasting Notes Bright ruby appearance; fresh berries, spice and vanilla, fine integrated tannins and refreshing acidity. A second specialist vendor reports strawberry, raspberry and red-cherry aromas with vanilla, spice and a mineral impression.
Critics Ratings 90