2018 Lucien Crochet 'La Croix du Roy' Sancerre
Gilles Crochet’s Burgundy influence shines through in this elegant Loire Valley pinot noir, a standout for the holidays or any special occasion. With roots in a family tradition dating back three generations, Gilles unified his lineage’s vineyards and returned to the estate in the 1980s after training at the University of Dijon and honing his craft at the legendary Domaine Dujac. Today, Domaine Lucien Crochet’s 9 hectares of pinot noir thrive on Oxfordian limestone and marne soils with warm, south/southeast exposures, delivering wines that rival top-tier Red Burgundy.
Layers of baker’s chocolate and raspberries, accented by black pepper, cigar box, toasted pecans, and spicy red currants. Silky and impeccably balanced, this Sancerre Rouge is a luxurious expression of the region.