COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine Claude Riffault
REGION
Loire
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Claude Riffault's Sancerre Rouge La Noue is a distinctive red wine crafted from 100% Pinot Noir, a grape variety less commonly associated with the Sancerre appellation. The wine originates from the La Noue plot, a significant vineyard for the estate. Stéphane Riffault, the current winemaker and son of Claude, draws upon his training in Burgundy and Bordeaux to shape the estate's wines. He champions organic and biodynamic farming practices, aiming to express the unique terroir of Sancerre through minimal intervention winemaking. This approach results in wines that are both true to their origin and possess a refined character.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€39
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Sancerre is primarily known for Sauvignon Blanc, making its Pinot Noir a delightful surprise.
Fact 02
The La Noue plot is a key source for both the estate's Rosé and Rouge wines.
Fact 03
Domaine Claude Riffault is certified organic and biodynamic.
Fact 04
Stéphane Riffault's winemaking style is influenced by his time spent training in Burgundy.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Sancerre Rouge La Noue begins with hand-harvested and sorted Pinot Noir grapes. Fermentation is initiated by natural yeasts in a combination of tank, conical concrete fermenters, and stainless-steel vats. A short pre-fermentation maceration and light extraction are employed to preserve the delicate aromas of the grape. Following fermentation, the wine matures for approximately 15-16 months. This aging period involves time in neutral 600-liter French oak demi-muids and in tank, with a significant portion aging on lees for 14 months in wooden barrels. The estate adheres to certified organic and biodynamic farming practices, including vineyard plowing and the exclusion of synthetic materials.
