Rows of vines with autumn leaves in a Sancerre vineyard, Loire Valley

WINES · FRANCE

Pascal Balland Sancerre

PASCAL BALLAND · SANCERRE, LOIRE VALLEY

REGION   Sancerre, Loire Valley, France

GRAPE   Sauvignon Blanc

STYLE   Dry white, crisp and mineral

SOIL   Chalky clay

SERVE   Chilled, 10–12°C (50–54°F)

Grown sustainably on chalky-clay soils with fewer treatments and grassed vineyards. Grapes are pneumatically pressed, fermented in temperature-controlled tanks and aged on fine lees before a spring bottling.

Tasting notes

Pale gold, with aromas of white peach, kiwi and honey. Citrus and delicate minerality on the palate lead to a long, balanced finish.

Pairs with

Aperitif, fish, chicken, grilled or sautéed veal, vegetables, mild goat's and cow's milk cheeses