Francois Crochet Sancerre Les Amoureuses 2019 750ml

The wine fills the mouth but at the same time it has delicacy and a lightness on its feet. There’s mouthwatering acidity, although a touch of warmth on the finish. This wine has rounded well, giving bright fruits and a light texture. The ripeness and white-fruit flavours are just right now and the wine is ready to drink.

Les Amoureuses, which translates from French as “the lovers,” was given to the wine because of how the rich clay dirt clings to the boots even when the soil is only mildly moist. Most wines from other locations with the same name, such as the famous and rare Chambolle Musigny premier cru, appear to have had the same principle in mind. The clay-rich terrain produces Les Amoureuses, a freight train of Sauvignon Blanc and the most strong and generous wine in François’ line of white Sancerre—it’s a fan favourite.