Sancerre Les Boucauds Claude Riffault 2015
13%
0.75L
Intensity
A Sauvignon with delicate minerality and a certain fullness. To enjoy cool with a fish recipe!
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Sancerre Les Boucauds Claude Riffault 2015
The wine
The Boucauds parcel is located right next to the domain on clay-chalk soil and marly earth. The vines are between 10 and 50 years old, and are exposed to the south-east at an altitude of 200-235 metres. These elements all confer richness and minerality to this cuvée. The grapes are picked by hand before a careful sorting process. They are then pressed pneumatically and the must is clarified at low temperatures. Vinification take place in stainless steel vats and barrels. Maturation takes 7-8 months on lees with some stirring. This wine reveals aromas of white fruit and citrus, being a Sauvignon at once ample and solid. It has a lovely acidity and a delicate minerality. We recommend serving this cuvée with fish and crustacean dishes.
About the Producer Claude Riffault
Located in Sury-en-Vaux, to the north of the Sancerre appellation, domain Claude Riffault spans 15.3 hectares, covering 10 lieux-dits. The vineyard is placed with a majority of Sauvignon Blanc (10.5 hectares), completed by 3 hectares of Pinot Noir. Stéphane Riffault obtained organic certification in 2016. Yields are limited by debudding and cordoning. Vinifications are traditional and élevage is precise. The domain has greatly improved these past years, and their cuvées are becoming more and more sought after.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 1 bottle
Level: 1 NormalObservation: 1 Plastic-covered labelOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Wooden case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 13 %
Region: Loire Valley
Appellation: Sancerre
Owner: Claude Riffault
Vintage: 2015
Colour: white
Service temperature: 11°
Intensity: crisp
Leading aroma: white fruit
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine
