Lucien Crochet Sancerre Pinot Rosé, Loire Valley, France
£24.50
Lucien Crochet Sancerre Pinot Rosé, Loire Valley, France
TASTING NOTES
Pale coral in colour, a beautifully crisp and elegant rosé with notes of wild strawberries, raspberries, citrus and subtle flint, finishing long and mineral. The palate is vibrant and well-balanced with spicy red fruits and mineral note. Pairs perfectly with salmon, goat cheese, or spring vegetables for a refined and refreshing experience. A lovely Sancerre Rosé.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
The Lucien Crochet Sancerre Pinot Rosé delivers all the charm of a classic Loire rosé with the delicacy and precision that Pinot Noir lovers seek. It’s dry, fresh, and layered with delicate fruit and minerality, making it a sophisticated choice for any occasion—from spring lunches to elegant alfresco dinners. If you love elegant French rosé or nuanced Pinot Noir, this is your glass of sunshine.
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Extended Taste Notes:
The Lucien Crochet Sancerre Pinot Rosé is a refined and expressive rosé crafted exclusively from Pinot Noir grown in the renowned Sancerre appellation.
Pale salmon in hue with a luminous clarity, it offers an elegant bouquet of wild strawberries, crushed raspberries and citrus peel, lifted by floral tones of rose and a whisper of flinty minerality.
The palate is bright and graceful, with crisp acidity supporting delicate red berry flavours, blood orange and a subtle savoury nuance. A fine, mineral-laced finish brings balance and elegance to every sip, showcasing the finesse of Loire Valley rosé.
Grape Varieties
- 100% Pinot Noir
ABV
- 13%
75cl
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Grape | Pinot Noir |
Producer
Lucien Crochet’s great-grandfather married into the Picard family, who had been winegrowers in Sancerre since 1765, and thus laid the foundations of Domaine Lucien Crochet. The estate now owns thirty- one hectares of vineyards planted in various parts of four communes in the Sancerre appellation, including the largest single holding of vineyard property in Bué. Hand harvesting – a rarity in Sancerre – and the use of indigenous yeasts give particularly nuanced, elegant wines.
Several vineyard sites provide grapes for this rosé, including the Côte de Bué and the Clos du Roy, where the vines are thirty-five years old. Two different soil types feature: Oxfordian limestone and Kimmeridgian marl.
The grapes were direct pressed; eight-five percent of the juice was transferred to tempterature-controlled tanks and fifteen percent to oak barrels for a twenty-day fermentation. The wine was bottled in the March following the vintage.
Food Pairings
Elegant and food-friendly, this Pinot Rosé pairs beautifully with both delicate and richly flavoured dishes. Ideal matches include:
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Seafood & Shellfish: Poached salmon, seared scallops, or grilled langoustines.
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Light Meats: Roast chicken with herbs, duck breast with cherry glaze, or ham hock terrine.
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Fresh & Creamy Cheeses: Goat cheese (especially Crottin de Chavignol), Brie, or mild bloomy rind cheeses.
- Vegetarian Fare: Niçoise salad, beetroot tartare, or grilled asparagus with lemon vinaigrette.
Its crisp minerality and gentle fruit structure make it a natural companion to spring and summer dining, or as a refined apéritif.
Wine Region
Sancerre, located in the eastern part of the Loire Valley, is famed for its Sauvignon Blanc, but it also produces outstanding rosés from Pinot Noir. The region’s Kimmeridgian limestone and flint (silex) soils lend a signature minerality and finesse to the wines. A cool continental climate ensures grapes ripen slowly, developing complex aromas while preserving their natural acidity.
This makes Sancerre Rosé a uniquely elegant expression of Pinot Noir—crisp, linear and floral, with bright red fruit notes and unmistakable minerality. It’s a style increasingly celebrated for its versatility and ability to pair beautifully with refined cuisine.
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