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Le Bihan Sancerre Blanc
Maison Le Bihan
France - Loire Valley - Sancerre

Pale, lemon green color, with pronounced citrus intensity. The nose is dominated by lychee, grapefruit and peach aromas; rich and well-rounded in the mouth, showing a pleasant acidity length.

Specifications
Appellation
Sancerre
Wine Type
White
Varietal(s)
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Age of vines
Average 20 years
Agricultural Practices
Sustainable
Soil type
Caillotte and Terres blanches.
Vinification
Traditional, in stainless steel tanks. Bladder press grape pressing and reception of the must in the tanks by gravity. Settling of the must 24-36 hours before fermentation. Slow alcoholic fermentation only is done, in order to preserve the aromatic qualities. A racking is done over 3 months later. Clarification and light filtration before bottling at the estate.
Production
1,000 (9-liter cases)
Pairings

To drink as an Aperitif or with food, such as white meat, seafood, crottin de Chavignol goat cheese.

Producer Information: Maison Le Bihan

Maison Le Bihan is located in the Loire Valley in a small village called Angé (not to be confused with Angers). 

The estate was founded in 1786 by The Morcellet family ...
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