La Moussiere Sancerre 2022

La Moussière is the flagship Sancerre of the historic Alphonse Mellot estate, one of the Loire Valley's most respectedproducers. Made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc, this sophisticated dry white combines the lively citrus and mineralcharacter of classic Sancerre with unusual richness, depth and texture.

The Mellot family has been making wine in Sancerre since 1513, and the estate is now led by the family's 19thgeneration. Its La Moussière vineyard covers approximately 34 hectares of south-facing slopes, farmed organically andbiodynamically, with hand-harvested fruit.

The wine opens with aromas of lemon zest, grapefruit, white peach and fresh herbs, accompanied by delicate floral notesand hints of flint. On the palate, it is concentrated yet beautifully balanced, offering ripe citrus, subtle tropical fruit and arounded, almost creamy texture. Bright acidity and the distinctive mineral character of Sancerre carry through a long,elegant finish.

Unlike many stainless-steel-fermented Sancerres, La Moussière incorporates oak fermentation and lees aging, giving it afuller, more Burgundian character without sacrificing Sauvignon Blanc's freshness.

Food Pairing: Excellent with grilled fish, salmon, roast chicken, asparagus, herb-driven dishes and goat cheese,particularly the traditional Crottin de Chavignol.

Details

• Producer: Domaine Alphonse Mellot

• Region: Sancerre, Loire Valley, France

• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

• Style: Dry white

• Alcohol: 13.5%

• Vineyard: La Moussière, south-facing marl and limestone soils

• Farming: Certified biodynamic

• Vinification: Approximately 50% in tanks and 50% in oak barrels

• Aging: Approximately 7–8 months on fine lees

• Bottle: 750ml

• Kosher / Mevushal: OU/RavRottenberg, not mevushal

  Rumor has it that this is the last kosher bottling of this superb Sancerre.