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