Domaine Millet Francois

Establish in: 1850
Domaine size: 21 hectares
Location: In the little village of Bué,

Our ancestors settled in the pretty little village of Bué, surrounded with vineyards, looking like a multicoloured painting, following the seasons.

Bernard and Pierre had already noticed the existence of noble soils and they planted the famous grape varieties Sauvignon and Pinot Noir.

These soils and grape varieties have been recognized as an appellation (AOC), since 1936.

As they both had a fine palate, they had always wanted to improve the quality of their wines. So, they were the first to follow the technological innovations of the last century.

They had also very well understood that it was impossible to get easily the subtlety of the “terroir”, without a regular and special care. Over the years, they managed to pass down their patience and common sense through generations. And that’s what enhances the winemaker’s job.

We are the fifth generation of winemakers running the domaine, and when you come and visit us, you’ll meet Monique, François or Nicolas.

Today we run 21 hectares , 75 % are planted in Sauvignon (white Sancerre wine) and 25% in Pinot Noir (red and rosé Sancerre wine)

Sancerre

Year: 2012
Appélation: Sancerre
Grape Variety & Blend: 100% Sauvignon
Soil & Sub-Soil: 70% Chalky 30% Clay with chalky underground
Situation & Exposure: N/A
Vine density per hectare: 55 hl/ha
Average age of vines: N/A
Vignification: Harvesting of the grapes in the earliest hours of the day. Pressing with pneumatic winepress to preserve quality. Must flows by gravity in stainless steel tank wit low (8°C) temperature to be settled
Maturing: Alcoholic fermentation with controlled temperature starting at 12°C and finishing at 20°C in stainless steel vat (SSV). Sancerre Blanc is ageing on its lees during 4 to 6 months in SSV to preserve oxidation. Filtered with keiselghur and bottling in our cellar 2 months before selling
Ageing: N/A
Tasting Notes: Colour: Pale yellow-gold with a hint of green Nose : Intense and complex. Mineral and light flint notes which are very pleasant and mixed with very ripe fruit aromas (plum, peach, banana).The finish reveals subtle vegetal notes for a fresh and delicate wine. Palate : At first, this wine is supple and round with ripe aromas. Then it shows plenty of expression to end with a well balanced finish. This wine is full-bodied, with a persistent aromatic richness : it confirms that it’s fully developed, as it could be smelt before tasting.

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