A pale gold color with green glints. Intense and complex nose where, among yellow fruits and citrus notes, a superb minerality is expressed. A delicate palate where pear and yellow peach bring their aromatic and juicy side. An elegant salinity extends the mouth in a beautiful balance.

"A juicy, seductive and succulent Sancerre with spiced pears, wild herbs and hints of lemons and stones on the nose. It’s medium-bodied with bright acidity. There is volume on the palate, with a fresh, vertical core and a mineral edge. Lively and driven, with a persistent finish. Drink or hold." - James Suckling, 93 Points

Grape: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

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Complex nose of white peach and guava accompanied by an assertive minerality. A wine that's both fat and chiseled, with an imposing precision. Flinty minerality leads the way, with harmonious fruitiness. A hint of salinity subtly enhances the intense, precise finish.

"A delicious, juicy and balanced Sancerre with aromas of apples, warm herbs, raw almonds and some flowers. Medium-bodied with fresh acidity. Well rounded, velvety and vivid. Drink or hold." - James Suckling, 92 Points

“This is a solid Sancerre. Pale lemon in color, the floral-forward wine is a glass full of sliced red apple dusted with honeysuckle blossom. It displays concentration on the palate along with a lingering finish that flirts with bread dough. Pair with garlic naan, spring rolls or roasted cod. Editor’s Choice.” – Wine Enthusiast, 93 Points

Grape: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

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Fermentation in fine grained oak barrels from the local forests. Ageing 11 months in barrels with regular stirring of the lees, then 10 months in vats.

Rich nose with notes of peach and mirabelle plum, enhanced by hints of vanilla and light toasting. The wine fills the mouth with elegance and power, revealing a vast aromatic palette of yellow fruit and minerality. A pleasant freshness accompanies the long, persistent finish.

"A fresh, juicy and playful Sancerre with apples, spiced plums and sweet spices on the nose. Medium-bodied with a textural, baked lemon character on the palate and a dense, flavorful finish." - James Suckling, 90 Points

Grape: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

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Fermentation in fine grained oak barrels from the local forests. One third of the barrels are renewed each year. Ageing 11 months in barrels with regular stirring of the lees, then 12 months in vats.

The wine is full bodied and fleshy, with hints of sunshine. The toastiness is mellow. It combines with a lovely fruitiness. The minerality balances the whole. A pleasantly salty finish that lingers for a long time.

"A well-made, textured and driven 100% sauvignon blanc offering apples, spiced pears, cedar and baking spices on the nose. Medium-bodied with fresh acidity. Round and silky, with a vivid center palate and a flavorful, persistent finish. Drink or hold." - James Suckling, 92 Points

Grape: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

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