![]() On lees for three to six months with regulation agitation. The third level is where the wine clarified using a cooling system to regulate the temperature of the juice with maceration “pulpaire”.įermentation in stainless vats temperature-controlled to 64☏ for six to eight weeks. The juice then flows simply by gravity to the second level where the pressing with the division of the juice "à la champenoise" takes place. The first level is where the grapes are received and sorted without crushing keeping the grapes from the different parcels separate. ![]() The grapes are transported in wagons which have bases that open to allow the grapes to empty uniquely by gravity. The soil is a combination of clay, limestone and silica. The growing area is the Sancerre Controlled Appellation area, which includes the villages of Bué, Chaudoux, Chavignol and Verdigny. Les Deux Tours wines originate from a terroir that is known as the “Valley of the Kings,” which is located along the Loire River, the longest waterway in France. Patrick is sometimes referred to as "The King of the Loire Valley" for his contribution to the worldwide recognition and acclaim of this appellation. It should be served at a temperature between 8° to 10°.Ĭomte Lafond Grande Cuvée is produced by Baron Patrick de Ladoucette in the Loire Valley on soils that are mainly limestone with some parcels of flint clay. Served with starter dishes, it accompanies very well seafood and fish as well as the famous Chavignol goat cheese. Tasting notes providede by Gely Yveline, professional sommelier (Brevet Professionnel de Sommellerie) 04.03.14. Excellent terroir wine: rich and sophisticated. The mineral finish adds balance to this characteristic and harmonious Sancerre. Palate: The lively attack on the palate brings a refreshing acidity, enhanced by nuances of citrus fruits and hints of peach. Upon aeration, notes of acacia are revealed. Nose: The initial impression on the nose is one of discreet intensity with varietal fragrances opening out into aromas of blackcurrant leaves and floral notes of limeflower and verbena. ![]() TASTING NOTES Appearance: Pale yellow crystalline appearance with occasional green flecks. It is then cooled to avoid tartaric sediment and filtered through Kieselguhr. Musts are regularly pumped over, then blended and after fined over bentonite. The fermentation is made thanks to a fermenting starter of natural yeasts. The temperature during the fermentation is carefully controlled to give the wine bloom and elegance. As soon as harvested, the white grapes are pressed in a pneumatic press and separated from the musts. The SANCERRE WHITE WINE AOC 2013 comes exclusively from the SAUVIGNON GRAPE variety which is cultivated on 16 hectares (¾ Caillotes, ¼ Terres Blanches). ![]()
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