2022 Sancerre Les Romains
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The 2022 Les Romains has a sense of calm. There's tenderness here, sitting gently in the mouth but then tightening up firmly on the finish. Expect lemon, elderflower and apple flavors and a real tingling spine of acidity.
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Rebecca Gibb MW, Vinous
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The 2022 Les Romains comes from 70-year-old vines that grow on flint and limestone soils in the heart of Sancerre. The nose offers ripe peaches and floral notes, as well as fresh lime and a light grassiness. The palate is light, delicate and savory, with zesty, stony fruit and a lightly bitter finish that only adds to its appeal. The acidity is moderate but balanced. A very elegant, fine-textured and surprisingly delicate wine, with a lingering finish.
About the producer
Now in the hands of the 19th generation, the Mellot family has been winegrowing in Sancerre for over 500 years. Organic and biodynamic, the estate is a leading name in the region, renowned for their intense, precise expressions of Sauvignon Blanc – some of the best in the appellation.