Sancerre “Les Belles Vignes” Rosé


Domaine Fournier Père et Fils

Vintage2022

RegionLoire Valley

AppellationSancerre

Vine Age20 Years

Varietals100% Pinot Noir

Soil Type9 acres of Limestone, Marl and Clay

Sizes Available750 mL

Alcohol12.5%

ClosureDiam Cork

US Allocation500 Cases

Food PairingGreat on its own or with spicier dishes.

Press2020: 91 Points Vinous

2019: 91 Points James Suckling

2018: 92 Points The Tasting Panel-Somm Journal & 90 Points Vinous

Vinification12 to 20 hours of maceration before pressing in order to obtain color. Pneumatic pressing. Static racking of the must. Electronic thermo-regulated fermentation (16- 20°) in stainless steel tanks for a period of 3 weeks. No malolactic fermentation. Maturation on fine lees.

Tasting NotesA pretty bouquet of watermelon and light raspberry with notes of a sea shell mineral quality to the light red berry fruit on the palate.