Domaine Roc de l'Abbaye 
Sancerre White
‘Tradition’ cuvéesThe Sancerre wine region stretches across magnificent hillsides that offer optimal growing conditions for the vine. The climatic conditions and diversity of its terroirs enable the Sauvignon Blanc varietal to ripen very slowly and therefore reach its full potential and expression.
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Grape-variety
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Age of the vines
~30 years old
Soil
90% Flint, 10 % Terres Blanches
Vinification
Prior to harvest I visit each of my parcels in order to taste the fruit and carefully select the grapes before they are pressed at cold temperatures here at the domaine. Cold stabulation for 8 days followed by fermentation at controlled temperatures of 16-18°C enhances the fresh and chiseled character of this Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc
Tasting notes
Color:
Golden hue with green glimmers.
Nose:
The subtle nose opens up with notes of citrus fruits, wild flowers and citrus blossom which give way to lime, lemongrass, bergamot and pineapple.
Palate:
The palate is rich, velvety and underpinned a delicate freshness. Notes of bergamot, grapefruit zest and green apple. A remarkably well balanced wine with a saline finish.
Serving temperature
10 - 12 °C.
Food Pairings
Goats cheese, comté, seafood, herb risotto or fish tartare.
Awards & Accolades
| Dated | Millesime | Awards | Accolades | Find out more | May 20 | 2019 |
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So much green papaya and mango character here. Medium to full body. Lots of fruit and a creamy finish. Delicious. Drink now. |
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| Jun 20 | 2019 |
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Typical Sancerre with grass, lemon and light honey character to the lemon undertones. Medium-to full-bodied with steel, slate and dried lemon and fennel seed. Drink now. |
Jul 21 | 2020 |
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'With fresh waves of grapefruit juice and lime zest washing over the tongue, this invigorating wine would be great with crudités or raw seafood to cleanse the palate and leave a granitic minerality to ground the finish.' |
Jul 21 | 2019 |
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'Shows a limpid hue with glittering emerald streaks and aromas of kiwi fruit flesh, white peach skin, white pepper, ruby grapefruit, sugar snap pea, and wild basil. The palate has an enticing stony quality filled out with mineral and citrus character.' |
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Mineral and tangy nose with pure gooseberries and quince that extend to the linear and fresh-toned palate. Lots of verve, with mineral allure and freshness. Drink now. |
Jun 21 | 2020 |
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Apple blossom, fresh pear, grapefruit and dried herbs on the nose. It’s medium-bodied with bright acidity. Firm, tangy and pithy finish. Drink now. |
Sep 22 | 2021 |
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| Nov 23 | 2022 |
91pts / Fresh lemons, apples and flowers on the nose following through to a medium body with fresh acidity. Fruity and balanced with a zesty core of lemons at the center and a flavorful finish. Drink now. |
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| Sep 24 | 2023 |
91 pts/ A textured, crisp and succulent Sancerre. On the nose aromas of apples, stones and wild herbs dominate, following through to a medium body with bright acidity. There is a vertical dimension here, with a focused stream of crunchy fruit mingling with the stony minerality. Flavorful finish with excellent length. Drink or hold. |
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