Domaine Claude Riffault, Sancerre La Noue Rosé 2023

Located in the village of Sury-en-Vaux within the Sancerre appellation, Domaine Claude Riffault has been a family-run estate for four generations. The estate encompasses 13.5 hectares, meticulously divided into 33 parcels across eight different lieux-dits. Committed to sustainable viticulture, the domaine has been certified organic by ECOCERT and biodynamic by Biodyvin since 2017. All grapes are hand-harvested, and vinification is carried out with minimal intervention to express the unique terroir of each parcel. ​ The 2023 La Noue Rosé is crafted from Pinot Noir grapes sourced from a 2.5-hectare plot characterised by clay-limestone and marl soils. The wine is produced using a combination of saignée and direct press methods, resulting in a delicate coral hue. On the nose, it offers subtle aromas of rose petals, mango, and melon, complemented by hints of red berries and herbs. The palate is fresh and lively, with flavours of watermelon and salty pink grapefruit, leading to a crisp, mineral-driven finish. ​