Tasting Notes & Ratings
Grape
Sauvignon Blanc
Tasting notes
'As vivid as a look, as soft as a kiss'. There you have a fine summary of this cuvée. Keen to discover the white wines of the Sancerre appellation? Then get your hands on the best it has to offer: La Moussière by Alphonse Mellot is THE standard-setter for Loire wine. With its fruity, citrusy and white flower aromas characteristic of Sancerre, and its exceptional length in the mouth, this is a must-have to snap up without hesitation. Elegance in every sip!
More About The Winery
With a winemaking legacy dating back to 1513, Domaine Alphonse Mellot is one of the most historic and prestigious estates in Sancerre, today led by Alphonse Mellot Jr., the 19th generation of the family. The domaine’s flagship vineyard, La Moussière, is renowned worldwide for producing some of the finest Sauvignon Blancs, as well as elegant and refined Pinot Noir.
All vineyards are farmed organically and biodynamically, ensuring purity of fruit and the truest expression of terroir. Yields are kept low, grapes are harvested by hand, and meticulous care in the cellar allows each cuvée to showcase its unique personality.
The estate’s Sancerre Blancs are prized for their precision, minerality, and elegance, while the reds demonstrate remarkable finesse and complexity, often surprising those unfamiliar with Sancerre’s potential for Pinot Noir.