Single-varietal AOC in the Loire (1993, 70 ha across 11 communes in Loir-et-Cher) dedicated exclusively to Romorantin, introduced by François I in 1519 and grown nowhere else. 95% dry whites, 5% rare sweet wines. Pale yellow in youth turning gold, nose of white flowers, citrus, honey and quince. Vivid mineral palate with iodine character, lemony length and taut finish.
Clay-siliceous and limestone soils, ages 10-20+ years.
Originally from Bordeaux, Sauvignon, or Sauvignon Blanc, is reputed to be one of the best French grape varieties for white wine. It is a white grape variety, not to be confused with Sauvignon Gris and its pale yellow color, or with Cabernet Sauvignon which produces red wines. Particularly famous thanks to Sancerre, Sauvignon Blanc is cultivated as far as New Zealand, where it produces great wines whose reputation is well established.
wines from the region of Cour-Cheverny go well with generally quite well with dishes of pork, shellfish or spicy food such as recipes of sauté of pork with cider, armorican-style squid or chicken tagine with lemon confit (marrakech style).
