Elegant, expressive and classically styled, Joseph Mellot Sancerre La Gravelière is a benchmark Loire Valley white wine that captures the purity and finesse of Sauvignon Blanc from one of France's most prestigious appellations. Produced by the historic Joseph Mellot estate, a family-run domaine with winemaking roots dating back to 1513, this Sancerre is crafted with precision and pride from vineyards planted on flinty limestone soils, giving the wine its signature minerality and bright, lifted character.
Whether served as a refreshing aperitif, paired with seafood, or poured alongside goat's cheese, this is a white wine that delivers both finesse and flavour in every glass.
Tasting Notes
Appearance:
Pale straw yellow with green reflections. Bright, clear and inviting in the glass.
Nose:
Aromatic and fresh with expressive notes of gooseberry, white peach and citrus, underpinned by hints of elderflower and subtle wet stone.
Palate:
Zesty and precise with a vibrant core of lemon, lime and green apple, balanced by delicate herbal nuances and flinty minerality. The texture is crisp yet rounded, with excellent acidity and a clean, lingering finish.
Finish:
Long, mouth-watering and refreshing, with a subtle saline edge and hints of grapefruit zest and crushed stone.
Joseph Mellot Sancerre La Gravelière is a refined expression of Loire Sauvignon Blanc. Perfect for those who seek purity, complexity, and a taste of French terroir in every sip.
