{"product_id":"j-de-villebois-marne-kimmeridgiennes-sancerre-2023-750ml","title":"J. De Villebois Marnes Kimmeridgiennes Sancerre 2023 -750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHARVEST\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe exceptionally mild climate of this year allowed us toobtain grapes in perfect sanitary condition. We extended theharvest until optimal ripeness and carefully selected only thefree-run juice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVINIFICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe juice was then transferred to settlingtanks for a period of 5 days. Fermentation commenced in atemperature-controlled stainless steel tank and lasted for 15days. Additionally, 10% of the juice underwent fermentationin new 300-liter acacia barrels for 18 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAGEING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe winemakersperformed regular lees stirring in three phases: initially,three times a week for a month, then twice a week for twomonths, and finally once a week until the blending of theacacia barrels and stainless steel tanks. The extended agingperiod of 8 months enhances aroma extraction, while alsoadding volume and intensity to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINEMAKER’S PHILOSOPHY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe aim to preserve the distinctive style of the Kimméridgian Marl terroir. It represents for us the quintessential age-worthy wine of the Sancerre appellation. On this “cool” terroir, our intention was to enhance the aromatic expression with open and rich profiles. We chose to use new 300-liter Acacia barrels, with a medium toast, sourced from the local production of the Bertranges forest in Nièvre. Acacia is ideal for the Marl terroirs as it brings freshness and elegance to the cuvée, polishing the already generous aromatic profile and complementing its aging potential. The “Marnes Kimméridgiennes” cuvée possesses a strong, powerful personality that matures beautifully over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown on Kimmeridgian soil, this is a classic Sancerre. Lacy aromas of quince, freshly-sliced Concorde pear and forest-floor-kissed lemon peel open on the nose. The stony palate wraps around wet chalkboard with a whisper of citrus on the finish. — Reggie Solomon\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"taster\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row offset-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-12 col-lg-10 col-xl-10 offset-xl-1 blind-tasting__block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Breakthru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53765414781292,"sku":"3760189782216","price":42.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2424\/3053\/files\/j-de-villebois-marnes-kimmeridgiennes-sancerre-2023-750ml-153740.jpg?v=1778798028","url":"https:\/\/redneckwinecompany.com\/products\/j-de-villebois-marne-kimmeridgiennes-sancerre-2023-750ml","provider":"Redneck Wine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}