Jean Pabiot La Merisière Sancerre

Key characteristics:

Jean Pabiot “La Merisière” Sancerre is a quintessential expression of Sauvignon Blanc, revered for its distinctive combination of freshness, minerality, and aromatic precision. It stands as a benchmark for the varietal, offering a more refined and less tropical profile than many New World counterparts, truly capturing the elegance and unique terroir of the Loire Valley.

Tasting Notes:

• Variety: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Appearance: A beautiful light gold color.
• Aroma: The nose opens elegantly with notes of ripe fruit and citrus.
• Taste: A delicious, full-bodied, fresh mouthfeel that expresses the olfactory aromas well with a very pleasant finish.
• Region: Hailing from Sancerre in France’s eastern Loire Valley, this wine benefits from the region’s cool continental climate and diverse soils, including clay-limestone, flint (silex), and limestone pebbles (caillottes), which impart a characteristic minerality and complexity.
• Pairing: The white Sancerre “La Merisière” can be served on its own. It goes deliciously with starters, seafood, fish and certain cheeses, especially goat’s cheese.

Overall impression:

This Sancerre offers a pure and vibrant tasting experience, showcasing a harmonious balance between expressive fruit and a distinct mineral backbone. It is a versatile and elegant wine, perfect for those seeking a sophisticated and refreshing white.

Extra notes:

• The wine is fermented slowly in stainless steel tanks with temperature regulation, then aged on fine lees for several months before bottling, contributing to its refined character.
• The Jean Pabiot et Fils estate, managed by Alain and Jérôme Pabiot, crafts this wine from vineyards featuring complex clay-limestone soils, sometimes with pebbles and flint, which are crucial to its aromatic depth and structure.