Domaine Vacheron 'Sancerre' Rosé 2022

Domaine Vacheron, located in the Loire Valley, is one of the most esteemed producers in Sancerre, known for crafting wines with precision and elegance. The Domaine Vacheron 'Sancerre' Rosé 2022 is made from 100% Pinot Noir, showcasing the domaine’s commitment to biodynamic viticulture and minimal intervention. The rosé reflects the region’s renowned terroir, where chalky limestone soils contribute to the wine’s fresh minerality and vibrant character. The 2022 vintage benefitted from warm conditions, allowing the grapes to ripen fully while retaining bright acidity.

Domaine Vacheron’s meticulous approach ensures that this rosé is balanced, refreshing, and expressive of its terroir.

Appearance: Pale salmon pink, with a bright, clear hue that reflects the wine’s freshness and youth.

Aroma: The nose is delicate and fresh, with aromas of wild strawberries, raspberries, and red currants, intertwined with floral hints of rose petals and a subtle touch of wet stone minerality.

Taste: On the palate, the wine is crisp and lively, offering flavours of red berries, strawberries, raspberries, and a touch of cranberry, balanced by a refreshing acidity. The wine has a smooth, elegant texture, with underlying minerality that adds depth and complexity.

Finish: The finish is clean and vibrant, with lingering notes of fresh red fruits and a delicate mineral edge, leaving a refreshing, crisp sensation on the palate.

Food pairing: This Sancerre Rosé pairs beautifully with light seafood dishes such as grilled prawns or seared tuna, where the wine’s acidity complements the fresh, briny flavours. It also works wonderfully with summer salads, goat’s cheese, or light charcuterie, where its bright red fruit and minerality provide balance and freshness.