Cousins Jean-Laurent and Jean-Dominique Vacheron produce benchmark Sancerre from organically and biodynamically farmed single vineyards. Recently, they completed a new cellar dedicated to making red wine – yes, red Sancerre – which deserves recognition.
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I tried this last year, and the one-year aging process mellowed out the acidity nicely. Unfortunately, this was the last bottle from that vintage. I’ll definitely need to restock. It’s truly an excellent wine.
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I found this wine on sale at the local coop.
A lusciously smooth and well-balanced rosé unfolds with layers of wild strawberry and kiwi, complemented by nuances of watermelon and grapefruit, all exuding a fresh and pure fruit essence.
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Lucien Crochet Rose 2021 $36 (Rosenthal Wine Merchant) Loire Valley 100% Pinot Noir Behold the majestic salmon pink in your glass, adorned with a bouquet that whispers sweet juicy orange into your nostrils. It’s got that classic Sancerre structure, the kind that’s clean, full-bodied, and makes your taste buds come alive. Now, fair warning, this bottle might dig a little deeper into your pockets. But […]
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On Saturday, I attended a small tasting event at a newly opened wine shop, however, it resembled more of a general store/gift shop which sold wine. During the tasting, I was introduced to a delightful and reasonably priced wine, the Guy Allion Les Mazelles Sauvignon 2021, a 100% Sauvignon Blanc wine from the Touraine region in the Loire Valley. The wine has a pale straw […]
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