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La Forcine Sancerre - Item Code: 04960
Tasting Notes and Characteristics:
Sipping La Forcine Sancerre is like experiencing a crisp breeze on a spring morning, with vibrant citrus and green apple notes dancing across the palate, balanced by a refreshing minerality that lingers pleasantly. Crafted in the heart of France’s Loire Valley, this white wine is made from Sauvignon Blanc grapes, which thrive in the region’s chalky soils and cool climate. With an ABV of 13%, it offers just enough body to complement its lively acidity without overwhelming delicate flavors. Whether you’re enjoying fresh oysters or tangy goat cheese, La Forcine Sancerre elevates each bite with its clean finish and subtle complexity, making it an ideal companion for light seafood dishes or a leisurely afternoon picnic.
Producer Information: La Forcine
La Forcine is a family-owned winery rooted in the heart of the Loire Valley, where generations have cultivated vineyards with a deep respect for local terroir and time-honored winemaking methods. Their portfolio highlights classic expressions of Muscadet Sèvre et Maine, crafted from Melon de Bourgogne grapes grown on mineral-rich soils that impart freshness and complexity to each bottle. Alongside their signature Muscadet, La Forcine also produces a selection of white and rosé wines that showcase the diversity of the region’s grape varieties. Their commitment to sustainable viticulture and careful cellar practices ensures every wine reflects both tradition and place.
Ordering and Delivery Options for this Sancerre
Alcohol Delivery & Pickup Methods
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Planning to pick up a bottle in person? Here’s how to reach our Bronx store from the Metro Botanical Garden station:
Directions:
From the Metro station, Head northwest on Bedford Park Blvd toward Webster Ave (282 ft).
Turn right onto Webster Ave (0.1 mi).
Turn left onto E Mosholu Pkwy S (1.0 mi).
Turn left toward Goulden Ave (0.1 mi).
Turn right onto Goulden Ave (259 ft).
Turn left onto Sedgwick Ave (0.3 mi).
Turn right onto Van Cortlandt Ave W (0.2 mi).
Slight left onto Bailey Ave (0.2 mi).
Turn right onto W 238th St (0.2 mi).
Turn left onto Broadway (364 ft).
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Store Address:
Broadway Liquor & Wine Warehouse
5790 Broadway, Bronx, NY 10463, United States.
Sancerre is a renowned white wine from the Loire Valley of France, primarily crafted from the Sauvignon Blanc grape variety. This wine is celebrated for its crisp and refreshing acidity, showcasing vibrant flavors of citrus, green apple, and occasionally tropical fruits that make it a delightful choice for warm weather or light meals.
The aromatic profile of Sancerre features herbaceous notes reminiscent of grass and bell pepper, alongside citrus elements like lemon and lime, with hints of stone fruit such as peach. Its light to medium-bodied texture is complemented by a vibrant acidity that enhances its food pairing versatility; it pairs beautifully with seafood like oysters and shellfish, as well as goat cheese and fresh salads. Typically fermented in stainless steel to maintain freshness, Sancerre may also undergo aging on lees for added complexity while keeping oak influence minimal.
