Region
This beautiful region is situated 200Km south of Paris and extends west along the high reaches of the Loire River. This is a cold climate northern wine making region and includes the following famous villages; Sancerre, Pouilly Sur Loire, Quincy and Menetou-Salon. There are only two permitted grape varieties, namely, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. The soils have a high percentage of flint and limestone and this results in crisp, aromatic whites and perfumed, elegant rose and reds. Littered with artisan producers, the best single domaine wines are made in small quantities and are of top drawer quality. In recent years, the demand for the best wines in the region has exceeded supply.
Producer
The Domaine Andre Neveu has created Sancerre for over five decades. The estate seamlessly integrates traditional methods and the best modern equipment to bring out the very essence of the terroir, creating a rich, elegant wine.
Tasting (Long)
The small Neveu family estate is located in Chavignol, eastern Loire Valley, with excellent chalky vineyard sites including `les Langues Fins`. The clean, fresh and distinctly aromatic style comes from meticulous winemaking with stainless steel and temperature control. This single vineyard Sancerre rosé has the added complexity of mineral flavours on the mid weight, creamy textured palate. A pale salmon pink rosé, fresh with a delicate perfumed bouquet, finishing dry, well rounded with exceptional poise.
Tasting (Short)
This single vineyard Sancerre rosé has the added complexity of mineral flavours on the mid weight, creamy textured palate. A pale salmon pink rosé, fresh with a delicate perfumed bouquet, finishing dry, well rounded with exceptional poise.
Food
It should be drunk cool, not too cold, and enjoyed as an aperitif or with cold meats, salmon and seafood salads.