Sancerre Chavignol Rosé
2019
Located in heart of the Sancerre region is Domaine Vincent Delaporte and Sons, a family business which has been passed from father to son since the 17th century. The winery is located in the charming village of Chavignol, recognized as, perhaps, the prettiest village in the region and for its famous goat cheese. Today the domaine is run by Jean-Yves Delaporte (Vincent’s son) and his wife and son, Nathalie and Matthieu. Matthieu has recently taken over the viticulture and winemaking. The...
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The grapes are handpicked in small cases of 12kg, sorted on a table and press straight away without any maceration. • Alcoholic fermentation is carried out for twelve days in stainless-steel vats that are thermo-regulated at a temperature of 15° Celsius. • Bottling in March after 6 months aging on lees.
Located in heart of the Sancerre region is Domaine Vincent Delaporte and Sons, a family business which has been passed from father to son since the 17th century. The winery is located in the charming village of Chavignol, recognized as, perhaps, the prettiest village in the region and for its famous goat cheese. Today the domaine is run by Jean-Yves Delaporte (Vincent’s son) and his wife and son, Nathalie and Matthieu. Matthieu has recently taken over the viticulture and winemaking.
Sparkly red currant tones give pause while admiring this wine in the glass. Fruit-packed, it exhibits the best characteristics of a young Sancerre rose, with raspberry and wild peach aromas. Full and round in the mouth, it opens up gradually, with a fresh liveliness being tempered by a hint of tannins. It finishes on fruity notes (black currant, raspberry) with a long, pretty aftertaste of citrus fruits.
Crafted from Pinot Noir grape, the 2022 Chavignol Rosé from Domaine Delaporte exhales a fresh, fruity bouquet with aromas of red berries, spring flowers, spices, pomegranate and menthol. It is juicy and delicate, ripe and round and has a long, penetrating, refreshing finish. This is a strong effort.
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If you're looking for a Provence-like colour in your pink, the 2021 Rosé Sancerre from Delaporte is not it. Instead, it's a rather jolly raspberry-hued pink with strawberry and cream flavors. It's a dry, mid-weight Rosé that's attractive and easy to enjoy but with a little more substance than most. It's tangy finish reflects the cool 2021 season, lending vibrancy and sense of direction. Hugely enjoyable.
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