Sancerre Rose AOP 2023

Vineyards

Made from Pinot Noir grown in prime vineyard sites within the Sancerre region, where the silex (flint) and clay-limestone soils add a refined minerality to the wine, enhancing its crisp and vibrant profile typical of the Loire Valley.

Winemaking

Made with meticulous care, using handpicked Pinot Noir grapes. After gentle pressing, fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel to maintain freshness and fruit expression. The wine is aged briefly on fine lees to add depth and smoothness to the palate.

Appearance

A beautiful pale pink with hints of salmon, bright and clear.

Nose

Delicate aromas of red berries, including strawberry and raspberry, are complemented by floral undertones, giving the wine a fresh and enticing bouquet.

Palate

Crisp and refreshing, with vibrant notes of strawberries, citrus, and a subtle mineral backbone. The flinty soil influence creates a clean, smooth finish that lingers with a touch of fruit.

Food pairing

Ideal as an aperitif or paired with a variety of dishes such as salads, deli meats, grilled vegetables, and light poultry dishes. Its refreshing acidity also complements spicy foods and Mediterranean flavours.

Background

Established in 1770, Domaine Les Chaumes is a family-owned estate in the heart of the Loire Valley, managed today by Jean-Jacques and Monique Bardin and their children, the 9th generation of the Bardin family. The estate spans 55 hectares across prominent appellations, including AOP Pouilly-sur-Loire, AOP Pouilly-Fumé, AOP Sancerre, and IGP Côtes de La Charité. Their Sancerre vineyards, located in communes like Saint-Satur, Sancerre, Thauvenay, and Ménétréol-sous-Sancerre, benefit from silex and clay-limestone soils, enhancing the wines with a refined minerality.

Domaine Les Chaumes is dedicated to sustainable viticulture, following the High Environmental Value (HVE) approach. The Bardins employ organic farming practices, avoiding chemical treatments and fostering biodiversity by allowing natural vegetation and regularly hoeing the soil. This commitment preserves soil health and vine quality, ensuring a balanced, pure expression of terroir in each wine. Grapes are harvested at peak ripeness, with whites aged on fine lees in stainless steel for 3-4 months to amplify freshness and fruit clarity. Red wines are aged in second and third-use oak barrels for 10-12 months, offering a gentle, nuanced wood influence that complements the finesse and balance of each cuvée.