The 2005 vintage has produced some of the most outstanding Loire Sauvignon Blancs we have tasted in quite some time. They combine freshness and verve with effusive fruit and mineral aromas that waft from the glass. This delicious wine comes from a combination of vineyard sites both in Verdigny in Sancerre and some parcels just outside the appellation to the west. The Fournier family, with roots as deep as their vines in this region seem to be related to just about everyone in some way and have for generations been farming and producing wines in Sancerre. We are pleased to have been offered this wine first at such a great price and took everything there was, which we will follow exclusively with the 2006 vintage in some months to come. This bright Sauvignon manages to temper the warmth of the 05 vintage with subtle expressions of chalk and green melon with candied citrus and fennel with a slight peppery finish. It is gentle and yet lively, very inviting and just plain fun to drink. Grab a case at this price and make this your house white, have a glass after work to wash away the day and take you into dinner.
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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2008 Bernier Chardonnay Vins du Pays Jardin de la France $6.99
2007 Patient Cottat Sauvignon Blanc $10.99
2007 Les Roches Touraine Rouge (Was $10) $7.99
De Chanceny Cremant de Loire Brut $11.99
2008 Franck Millet Sancerre Blanc $16.99
