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Xavier Flouret French Blonde Sancerre 2011

750ML
Sku: 033995

Tasting notes

Eye: Brilliant green gold. Nose: Elegant, rich nose, ripe lemon, grapefruit. Palate: Fresh and rich in the mouth with nice powerful aromas.

Review

Tasting notes: Eye: Brilliant green gold. Nose: Elegant, rich nose, ripe lemon, grapefruit. Palate: Fresh and rich in the mouth with nice powerful aromas. Food Pairing: Best with fish and shellfish. Superb with white meats and goat cheeses.

Rating

89 Points by the Wine Spectator, December 15th, 2010: This taut, fresh white offers lemon zest, honeysuckle and mineral notes that race along, with mouthwatering acidity driving the finish. This is not big, but shows length and balance. – JM

Wine maker notes

Summer 2011 brought up a lot of challenges and required a lot of extra care in the vineyards. However the three weeks leading to harvest were very sunny and allowed a rise in sugar level and a good maturity of the grapes. Acidity levels dropped quickly and led to a round and generous wine balanced with a good minerality.

Technical notes

Alcohol: 12.5%, Total acidity: 4.3 g/l, PH: 3.23, Residual sugar: 0.8 g/l

Other text

The Chatelain family has been growing vines since 1630 on the slopes of the Loire valley. The 30–hectare vineyard is now managed by Jean–Claude Chatelain along with his son Vincent. Now the 12th generation, they continue to make wines with passion and respect for the tradition of winemaking.

Food pairing

Best with fish and shellfish. Superb with white meats and goat cheeses.

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Country: France
Region: Loire
Sub-Region: Central Vineyards
Appellation: Sancerre
Grape Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Type: Still wine

Reg. 20.99

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