Type: White
Country: France
Region: Loire Valley
Grape Variety: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Alcohol Percentage: 13.5%
Viticulture: Organic Farming
Climate: Semi-continental climate
Terroir: Soil base of clay, Limestone, Kimmeridgian marl
Ageing: Aged in vats and for 6 to 10 months
Color: Pale Yellow
Nose: Pure nose reminiscent of citrus and white blossoms
Palate: Refreshing and full-bodied on the palate. Typical and elegant, well-balanced with good length
About the Winery:
Winemakers since 1789, Simon is now handling the vineyard with great care to revive the style of the past, using organic agricultural practices, harvests late, prefers long lees ageing and benefits from flint as well as classic Kimmeridgian soils.
According to Chotard “Wood masks the authenticity of the grapes and the vineyard they came ‘from’ so these are hardcore, terrior wines: uncompromising, pure Sancerre…