The 2011 Sauvion Sancerre Loire Valley wine has an ideal 12.5% alcohol, scored 16 points on the Dionysian scale of a possible 20 and cost about $18.This dry, elegant Sauvignon Blanc is an example of how the grape should be treated.
Pine nut laced Pasta coated with grape-seed oil and orange tomatoes highlighted the Sancerre.
Sancerre is a classic example of what Sauvignon Blanc should taste like. Subtle hints of white grapefruit and a lingering aftertaste helps every dish. Perfect with shellfish, white meats goat cheese and light pastas. In vino veritas.
Every wine from France’s Loire Valley is designed to match food.
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