a creek and another hillside of ruins
October 2024
generous guava and lemon zest mingle within the rounded
but barrel fermentation has given the wine complexity and spice
so easily worn down to powder form
Château de Sancerre ‘Tradition’ Jacquère a creek and another hillsideThe palate is precise, citrusbright, and elegantly mineral, opening with grapefruit, lemon zest, and green applecarried by Sancerres signature acidity. A midpalate of white flowers, crushed stone, and subtle flint reflects the estates mix of caillottes, silex, and terres blanches. The texture is clean, linear, and finely etched, finishing with citrus pith, chalky minerality, and a long, refreshing snap.