Joseph Mellot, Sancerre (Loire Valley, France) 2018

Mar 23, 2020

By Michael Apstein

 To my mind, authentic Sancerre delivers more than simply Sauvignon Blanc bite and grassy fruitiness.  And this one does just that.  Though not as mineral-y as some — I suspect because of the ripeness of the vintage — a lovely chalk-y mineral component still peeks through and is especially apparent in the finish. Its sturdiness makes it a fine choice for a roast chicken.   

Country / Region

Loire Valley, France

Appellation

Sancerre

Grape Variety

Color

White

Vintage

2018

Score

89

Price

US $ 29.00

Producer

Joseph Mellot