Sancerre Rouge Pinot Noir Bailly Reverdy 2020

Country
France
Region
Central Vineyards
Producer
Domaine Bailly-Reverdy
Grape(s)
Pinot Noir (100%)
Type
Red
Style
Light
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Bone dry
Alcohol Content
14.5%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No

Region

This beautiful region is situated 200Km south of Paris and extends west along the high reaches of the Loire River. This is a cold climate region making top quality wines from Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir and includes the following famous villages; Sancerre, Pouilly Sur Loire, Quincy and Menetou-Salon. The soils have a high percentage of flint and limestone, and this results in crisp, aromatic whites and perfumed, elegant rose and reds. Littered with artisan producers, the best single Domaine wines are made in small quantities and are of top quality.

Producer

Domaine Bailly-Reverdy is situated in the village of Bué, just 5km from Sancerre. Established in 1952 by Bernard Bailly and his wife Marie-Thérèse Reverdy. The winery is still family run and when Bernard`s youngest son Franck joined the family business in 1991, he was the driving force behind making the vine growing process more environmentally friendly. Today the vineyard is run by Bernard and Marie-Therese`s grandson, Aurelien.
Tasting Notes
Sancerre Rouge is made from Bailly-Reverdy`s oldest vines grown on Caillottes soils with marl and flint. These old vines are small in size and low yielding, but give great concentration to the wine. A dark ruby colour with ripe cherries on the nose. The palate is elegant and soft with notes of blueberries, cherries and an almost smoky, flint character. The perfect balance of fruit and freshness.
Food
Perfect with charcuterie, griddled vegetables and soft cheeses.