2020 Claude Riffault Les Chasseignes Sancerre, Loire Valley
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From gravelly limestone soils and made with fruit from nearly a dozen east- and southeast-facing parcels at 275 meters in altitude, the 2020 Sancerre Les Chasseignes opens with an initially greenish, refreshing bouquet. It offers white fruit and coolish stones aromas on the elegant and moderately intense nose but gains in complexity if aerated for some days in the open bottle. Round and elegant on the palate, this full-bodied and refreshing Sancerre reveals a finely intense and concentrated texture with ripe, fleshy yellow plum notes and delicate grip from ripe tannins and aging sur lie, but it finishes with the purity and mineral freshness of an excellent Sancerre. The finish is long, dense and savory. Les Chasseignes seems to be richer and rounder than Les Denisottes and Les Chailloux yet initially lacks the tension and structure of those, which makes the alcohol more palatable. However, this is still an excellent wine. And, tasted again after 11 (!) days from the same bottle, it's even a great Sancerre. 14% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted in January 2022.
93 points Stephan Reinhardt robertparker.com Feb 2022 Drink 2024-2034
Locations known as 'Les Chasseignes' are common-place in the Sancerre appellation.
This local name designates Caillottes soil: shallow limestone soil and subsoil containing overlapping stones. The vines are located at Les Chasseignes, to the north-east of the village of Sury-en-Vaux at an altitude of 270 meters. With a south-east exposure they receive the sun and wind from morning to evening.
Vinification and ageing take place in stainless steel vats (50%) and barrels (50%) for 7 to 8 months, followed by bottling in spring.
This wine displays elegant fruit aromas on the nose. Limestone minerality provides good length and a long lingering finish on the palate. Best to be enjoyed on its own or with grilled fish.
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | White Wine |
| Country | France |
| Region | Sancerre |
| Varietals | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 93 |
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