Producer | Domaine du Nozay |
Country | France |
Region | Loire Valley |
Varietal | Sauvignon Blanc |
Vintage | 2020 |
Sku | 38435 |
Size | 750ml |
Domaine du Nozay, located in Saint-Gemme, the northernmost village of Sancerre, crafts a unique Sancerre that emphasizes the region's deeper limestone terroir shared with Burgundy. Cyril practices certified organic and biodynamic viticulture, fermenting each parcel of their 15-hectare estate with indigenous yeast in egg-shaped tanks. Ripened fruit is used for other cuvées, but the most mineral-driven and tense lots are bottled as the estate Sancerre, resulting in a wine of uncommon focus and delineation.
This Vin de France offering boasts a luminous golden yellow color, hinting at its richness on the palate. The wine displays good length with balanced acidity, supported by a supple tannic structure. The nose offers delicate aromas of white flowers and citrus fruits, accented by subtle salty notes derived from oak aging. On the palate, it reveals full-bodied flavors of pear and exotic fruits, with impressive concentration. Despite its power, the wine maintains a sense of elegance and will leave a lasting impression.