Domaine Roc de l'Abbaye 
Antique Sancerre White
‘Antique’ cuvéesOur cuvée L’Antique comes from our oldest vines ‘Vieilles Vignes’ grown in the ‘Les Beltins’ parcel, in the village of Ménétréol-sous-Sancerre. Harvested by hand and vinified in the 228 liters Burgundy barrels ‘pièces’ made from the oak of Tronçais forest, L’Antique is a concentrated wine characterized by its velvety mouthfeel and lemony fruit note accompanied by a refreshing and inviting acidity.
Grape-variety
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Age of the vines
15 to 25 years
Soil
Flint (Silex)
Vinification
The grapes are quickly transported to the winery to minimize skin contact before gentle pressing into a pneumatic press. The grape juices are fermented traditionally in stainless steel tanks during 7 to 15 days.
Tasting notes
Color: Silver yellow color
Nose: A fine citrus-infused nose with mineral notes.
Palate: The palate is rich and elegant, with yellow plum flavours predominating, and a real mineral backbone matching the ripefruitandleadingtoalonglength. A real terroir Sancerre wine.
Serving temperature
8 - 10 °C.
Food Pairings
Oysters, Veal sweetbreads with capers, Grilled Salmon with Chanterelle Mushrooms
Awards & Accolades
| Dated | Millesime | Awards | Accolades | Find out more | March 20 | 2018 |
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| June 22 | 2021 |
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