Sancerre Rouge La Croix du Roy
Sancerre Rouge La Croix du Roy
Terroir
A blend of several plots of our Estate. Plots of Oxfordian limestones, locally known as
“Caillottes” and Kimmeridgian marls
Growing methods
Howing or superficial tilling
The pruning is short, single Guyot
De-budding at spring
Practice of integrated crop protection
The vines
Grape variety Pinot Noir, average age of the vines 40 years
Planting density from 6,800 to 8,500 vines/hectare
Vinification
Harvest hand-picked and brought to the winery in 40-kg crates
Table-sorted and completely destemmed
Tanks with automatic punching of the cap
Maceration for about 30 days at controlled temperature
Pumping-over and punching of the cap based on daily tastings
Free-run juice and press-juice blended on devatting
100% wood ageing: Burgundy barrels (228l) and 600l oak vats (demi-muids). Blended in October 2019, then 10 other months aged in vats. Bottled in July 2020.
Tasting notes - 2019 vintage
Visual: deep red with purple reflections
Nose: dark chocolate and tobacco notes on opening. When oxygenated, subtle aromas of red fruit (raspberry) and black berry appear, accompanied by a hint of pepper. A rich and complex scent that oscillates between these different aromas
Palate: smooth and rich, flavours of stewed red fruit and spices, velvety texture provided by soft and deep tannins. The warmer finish is balanced by notes of pralin and black pepper. A powerful and savory mouthfeel
Ageing potential: 5 - 6 years
Serving temperature: 12 - 14°
Food pairing: Deer ribs with shallot confit, beef carpaccio and walnuts, roasted filet mignon