Alphonse Mellot, Sancerre BLANC, "La Moussiere"
A benchmark Sancerre, crafted from Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown on old vines on the historic La Moussière hillside, a vineyard exclusively owned by the Mellot family. Sourced from biodynamically farmed vineyards planted on limestone-rich soils, this wine reflects the precision and clarity of the terroir. Fermentation is carried out with indigenous yeasts, followed by aging on fine lees to enhance the texture and complexity without masking the freshness.
Winery: Domaine Alphonse MellotAppellation: Loire Valley, Sancerre
Average age of vines: 55 years old
Farming Methods: Organic - Certified|Biodynamic
Maturation: 100% wooden vat for 7 months, then aged in bulk.
Soil: Kimmeridgian limestone subsoils Flint-rich components bringing minerality and tension
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vineyard Orientation: South - Southwest
Vineyard Size: 25 hectares
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