This is seriously good Sauvignon Blanc from France’s Loire Valley. Very different in style to the Australian and New Zealand savvy’s to which we’ve become accustomed, this quality white is built around a core of flinty, mineral aromas. As the wine opens up, delicate fruity pear nuances emerge. A wonderfully balanced wine, the style is fresh, rich and lively. Team up with delicately flavoured shellfish, fish dishes or with dry goats cheese.
Tasting Notes
WINEMAKER'S COMMENTS
Domaine Christian Salmon is a family-owned estate in the Coteaux Buetons, covering 15 hectares within the appellations of Sancerre and Pouilly Fume, in the Loire Valley of central France. For many generations, the Salmon family has ensured production of the very best quality wine, and the techniques employed today are based on those of previous generations.
APPEARANCE
Very pale straw.
AROMA
The first impression is of intense flinty, minerally notes verging on gunpowder. Being
typically aromatic, the wine opens up with air, taking on more fruity nuances, in
particular of ripe pear.
PALATE
The structure is defined by wonderful balance. The style is vigorous and frank, with a
surprisingly rich middle palate, finishing with lively vivacity. Domaine Christian
Salmon Sancerre leaves one with an overall sensation of elegance and harmony.
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