Sancerre (wine) - Wikipedia
WEBSancerre is a French wine Appellation d'origine contrôlée (AOC) for wine produced in the area of Sancerre in the eastern part of the Loire valley, southeast of Orléans. Almost all of the appellation lies on the left bank of the Loire, opposite Pouilly-Fumé. It is well regarded for and primarily associated with Sauvignon blanc. [1]
Sancerre: What to Know and 5 Bottles to Try - Liquor.com
WEBJun 17, 2021 · Sancerre is a wine-producing appellation (or region) located on the eastern side of France’s Loire Valley, in northwestern France, and wines from this region are commonly called Sancerre as well. The region is best known for its crisp white wines, which are crafted entirely from sauvignon blanc.
Sancerre - Wikipedia
WEBSancerre ( French pronunciation: [sɑ̃sɛʁ] ⓘ) is a medieval hilltop town and commune in the department of Cher, Centre-Val de Loire, France, overlooking the river Loire. It is noted for its wine. History.
Sancerre: The Ultimate French Sauvignon Blanc? | Wine Folly
WEBSancerre is the most recognizable appellation for French Sauvignon Blanc in the Loire Valley. The region’s rolling limestone hills and semi-continental climate deliver richly textured Sauvignon Blanc wines with ripe gooseberry aromas, bracing acidity, and …
9 Sancerre Wines to Electrify Your Palate | Wine Enthusiast
WEBJul 11, 2023 · Sancerre is an appellation on the eastern edge of the Loire Valley in France. Although the region is known to produce red and rosé wines, Sancerre often refers to a type of dry white wine made from the Sauvignon Blanc grape. It’s the most popular white grape variety in the region.
Sancerre | Wine Folly
WEBSancerre. A regional wine from the Loire Valley of central France. Wines are mostly Sauvignon Blanc (and very rarely: Pinot Noir). Sauvignon Blanc is exceptionally lean and textured from Sancerre’s chalky soils.
Sancerre Wine Region - Loire Valley, France - Wine-Searcher
WEBFeb 22, 2024 · Sancerre is a small wine district in central France, famous for its crisp, aromatic white wines made from Sauvignon Blanc. It is also known for its high-quality goat cheeses, which are an excellent match for the local wine.
Guide to Sancerre, Loire Valley - The Good Life France
WEBSancerre is a beautiful, ancient hilltop village wine town. It’s located in the heart of France, in the department of Cher in an area known as Berry Province and you’d be hard put to find a more enchanting town anywhere in France….
The 8 Best Things To Do In Sancerre France - Culture Trip
WEBJun 18, 2018 · The town of Sancerre, perched high on one of the undulating hills, has the most magnificent panorama of the Loire Valley, with vineyards as far as the eye can see and pretty rooftops bundled together at varying points.
Sancerre | History, Geography, & Points of Interest | Britannica
WEBSancerre, town, Cher département, Centre région, central France. It lies on a hilltop overlooking the Loire River, about 26 miles (42 km) northeast of Bourges. From 1037 to 1152 the title of count of Sancerre was held by the counts of Champagne, and from 1152 to 1640 it had its own counts, who were descended from Theobald IV of Champagne
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