Wines of Sancerre - Domaine Franck Millet

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Sancerre
Sancerre blanc
Cuvée insolite
Sancerre rouge
Sancerre rose


Menetou Salon
Menetou rouge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sancerre Blanc Insolite AOC

Grape variety : Sauvignon 100% .

Pruning method : Single Guyot cut.

Plants/hectares : 6500 plants.

Soil type : Limestone-clay.

Vinification : We carefully select grapes from Sancerre's chalkiest Limestone soils then conduct maceration at temperatures close to 0°C (32°F).

Alcoholic strength : 12,5% Vol.

Residual sugar : < 2 g/l.

Cellaring : May be cellar aged up to 4-5 years

Serving temperature : Serve at 12°C (54°F).

Color : Clear, brilliant pale gold robe.

Characteristics : The resulting must yields a wine richer and longer on the palate. Powerful nose with aromatic qualities developing in the following months. Very long on the palate.Very good evolution after several months.

Recommendations : Sancerre Blanc makes an excellent Aperitif and a wonderful accompaniment for fish, crustaceans orthe famous local "Crottin de Chavignol" goat cheese.Wellmatured vintages marry well with foie gras.