2018 Franck Millet Sancerre Blanc
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Decanter
Reviewed May 2019Leaf, stone fruit and mint bouquet and palate. Restrained style which may well develop further in bottle. Long, mineral-laden finish. (2019 DWWA)
Professional Reviews
WS
Wine Spectator
A bit earthy, with graphite notes fading away, followed by savory herb and mineral details. Lemon and quinine hints mark the zesty finish. Drink now. (AZ, Web Only-2018)
Staff Reviews
KM
It's no surprise that this is another gorgeous offering from one of our favorite Direct Import producers. For the last decade plus, we have been getting delightful Sancerres from Franck and Betty Millet and the 2018 is one of their best to date. The vintage was superb with lots of dry extract but where the 2015s were a little heavy and tropical, this has all the cut and clarity of a pristine diamond. Long on citrus with grapefruit peel and key lime, it also has those nervy notes of lemon grass and fresh bay. It is loaded with chalky minerality giving focus and declaring that I am a wine from the Loire Valley.
GW
Gary Westby
Gary Westby
Nothing could be more perfect for an aperitif than this outstanding Sancerre from Franck and Bettie Millet. Not only does this have the clean refreshment that Sauvignon Blanc lovers flock to this region for, but it also has great medium bodied texture. The finish is lovely, acqueux pleasure with very nice minerality. It is a natural with goat cheese as well! Will one case be enough?
Notes
The Millet Sancerre has been a favorite here at K&L for a long time. Grown in limestone-clay soil, the wine reflects the terroir wonderfully. The flavors are bright with lime, mineral, passion fruit, and that wonderful chalkiness one wants from a Sancerre. This wine over delivers and pairs beautifully with oily seafood dishes and of course, your favorite cheeses.
Details
| Type | White Wine |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Origin | Loire, France |
| Bottle Size | 750 mL |
| Alcohol Content | 12.5% |
| SKU | 1419475 |