Sauvignon Blanc classic from the Loire: What you need to know about Sancerre

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Sancerre, France’s famous wine-growing region, is located approximately 400 kilometers from the Atlantic coast. With a vineyard area exceeding 3,000 hectares, it is approximately three times larger than the viticultural area of ​​the canton of Ticino. The white grape variety Sauvignon blanc is thriving in Sancerre, but red and rosé wines made from Pinot Noir have long been available.

However, it cannot be said that Sauvignon Blanc always sets the tone in Sancerre. The Chasselas grape dominated white grape varieties until the 20th century. White wines made from sauvignon blanc gradually became more popular, until Chasselas was no longer considered an approved grape variety.

Sancerre offers the perfect stage for Sauvignon Blanc

Unlike New Zealand’s impressive Sauvignon blanc classics, Sancerre’s counterparts are reserved and elegant. Delicate aromas of gooseberries and citrus flow from the glass, often combined with freshly cut grass. Another characteristic of Sancerre is its racy acidity, which adds a real freshness to the wines.

Like many aromatic grape varieties, most Sancerre wines should be consumed young as they lose their freshness with age. However, there are exceptions, especially for wines made from grapes grown in the light Terre Blanches soils. It is also worth mentioning the so-called Silex soils, which often give rise to light flint notes in the wine obtained from Sauvignon blanc grapes collected from them.

One good reason for the popularity of Sancerre white wines is the multitude of combination options available with different dishes. With salad, appetizer, seafood or poultry: You’re always right with a freshly chilled glass of Sancerre. You can usually buy Sancerre at Swiss specialist retailers for just 20 francs per 0.75 liter bottle.

Source : Blick