Domaine Fournier Pere et Fils Sancerre Les Belles Vignes 2017

Clear and golden with green reflections with aromasof syringa and blackcurrant. A touch of anise lingers with notes of gooseberries, grapefruit and crisp minerality.

Domaine Fournier is one of the most important estates in the Sancerre area. Their 150 acres of vineyards are spread across the Sancerre appellation and include top sites in the villages of Verdigny, Bue and Maimbray, which enable them to produce wines of sophistication and complexity. They also own well placed sites in Pouilly-Fume and Menetou-Salon. Their state-of-the-art winery is designed to minimize handling of the grapes and allow for careful selection on sorting tables. Temperature controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks preserves the fruit and freshness. The Estate is directed by Claude Fournier, who is also the winemaker. He is dedicated to producing top quality wines of great elegance and finesse.

Colour Pale yellow

Scent Typical varietal aromas with pleasant notes of wild flowers, black currant, gooseberry and grapefruit

Taste Full and round in the mouth at the entrance, followed by a pleasant freshness and balanced

Technical notes

The 15-25 year old vines are planted on soil of limestone, clay and flint. Fermented in stainless steel and aged on the fine lees.