Maison de Madeleine Sancerre Caillottes
WHY WE LOVE IT
- This wine is produced from a selection of Sauvignon vineyards that are at least 40 years old.
- These vines thrive on a limestone terroir referred to as “Les Caillottes”.
- Limestone, the iconic feature of the Sancerre appellation, brings minerality to the wine. The vines age creates richness and density on the palate. The unique blend of these two characteristics unveils a complete and elegant wine, full of character.
Varietal Composition: Sauvignon Blanc
Elaboration: Meticulously harvested at perfect maturity, a vibrating table brings the grapes to the press. After slow and gentle pressing at low pressure, the juice runs off by gravity into the tanks to be settled. The larger impurities are naturally settled at a cold temperature for 12 to 16 hours, allowing the clear juice to be racked off afterwards. This then undergoes alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks at temperatures between 15 and 20ºC. The wine is then aged on its fine lees for 5 months in order to develop its full potential.
Tasting Notes: A brilliant, pale yellow hue. Mineral and ripe fruit aromas intertwine to create a fresh and agreeable bouquet. The wine is very pleasant on the palate: elegant and round with a delicately tangy finish which gives a lovely freshness.
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This wine takes his name from one of the most famous and wealthy quarters in the French capital, Maison de Madeleine. This is the place where Paris lovers meet each other in Place Vendôme. This is also where the USA embassy stands, symbol of the strong link between France and the U.S.. All these values combined are the perfect essence of the great wines of Maison de Madeleine.
Sancerre is a French wine Appellation d’origine contrôlée (AOC) for wine produced in the area of Sancerre in the eastern part of the Loire valley, southeast of Orléans. Sancerre is highly regarded for and primarily associated with white wine made from the Sauvignon blanc grape.