Sancerre

2023

100% Sauvignon Blanc 

Region: Loire Valley 

ESTATE HISTORY

La Belle Citadelle was created to bring a feel of the past into our homes by bringing wines that truly represent their authentic origin and terroir. Their styles have been carefully crafted to provide enjoyment and pleasure while respecting the true characteristics of each varietal. More importantly a style that integrates its origin and its purpose: The desire to over deliver, surpass expectations and fully satisfy the person who is discovering the wine for the first time...

La Belle Citadelle emulates the creation of a work of art. This is a labor of love, and sharing this passion with others was the driving force behind the project.Our work was quickly noticed, and The Sunset International Wine Challenge (2017) awarded medals to all of our first vintages. Guy Azera

Terroir

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. Whereas 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.

WINEMAKING

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 & FOOD PAIRINGS 

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.

Pairing food with the right wine is important. A successful pairing can transform a meal into a veritable moment of pleasure and conviviality. Serve between 10 to 12° C, to accompany a gourmet meal. Perfectly pairs with sole meunière, a crab soufflé, or rabbit with tarragon.