Sancerre rouge "Le Grand Roc"
Vineyard
Organic conversion and high density on the flinty hillsides of Saint-Satur, on the left bank of the Loire. Hand-harvested.
Age of vines: over 50 years.
Grape variety
Pinot Noir
Terroir
Flint
Winemaking
Vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats and barrels. Malolactic fermentation. No filtration. Aged for 12 months in oak barrels.
Tasting
Our red Sancerre "Le Grand Roc" develops aromas of cherry and prune, slightly jammy, with a light structure and mellow oak. A long, mineral finish gives it finesse and an ageing potential of 6 to 8 years.
Food pairing
Roast venison in a cocoa crust
Cabbage stuffed with Beauce hare
Duck tournedos with blackcurrants
Service temperature
13°C/55°F
Ageing
6-8 years
Awards
2019 - James Suckling - 91 pts
A succulent, bright and well-rounded Sancerre red, showing aromas of sour
cherries, forest berries and wild herbs. lt's medium-bodied with fine tannins.
Vivid and driven with a silky texture and a flavorful, crunchy finish.
2018 - James Suckling - 91 pts
Awards
2019 - James Suckling - 91 pts
A succulent, bright and well-rounded Sancerre red, showing aromas of sour
cherries, forest berries and wild herbs. lt's medium-bodied with fine tannins.
Vivid and driven with a silky texture and a flavorful, crunchy finish.
2018 - James Suckling - 91 pts