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The Soil of France
Situated
on a peak dominating the Loire Valley, Sancerre is a region that
has played a key role throughout the centuries. Ever since the
10th century, this walled city locking in the entrance of the
Berry to the east, has always been coveted and its sieges still
remain famous today.
Written findings provide proof
that the Sancerre vineyard dates as far back as the 6th century.
But it was particularly during the 11th century that the vineyard
became more widespread thanks to the Augustinian monks of the
Saint Satur Abbey and the Counts of Sancerre.
At the time, Sancerre red was widely
known as it was exported by boat and was often cited in the court
writings of the great kings of France.
Due
to the expanse of their estate and their personal relationships
with the kings of France, the Counts of Sancerre were among the
most influential Sovereigns of the Berry region.
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Sancerre Vineyard
Localization
:
Bannay, Bué, Crézancy, Menetou-Ratel, Ménétréol,
Montigny, Saint-Satur, Sainte-Gemme-en-sancerrois, Sancerre,
Sury-en- vaux, Thauvenay, Veaugues, Verdigny, Vinon
Area
: 2
770 ha
The wine
:
The Sancerre appellation produces white, red and rosé
wines.
Wine
varieties :
Sancerre Red Pinot Noir
Sancerre White Sauvignon
Production
of Sancerre appellation/year : 165 500 hl
White wine : 130 745 hl
Red wine : 23 170 hl
Rosé wine : 11 585 hl
Contact us
Our tasting room is open from Monday Through Saturday from 8am
to 12pm and from 2 pm to 7 pm.
Tours
are available by appointment.
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