Domaine du Pré Semelé

Raimbault Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc

8.878 ratings
8.821 pro ratings
Sancerre, Central Vineyards, Loire Valley, France
Sauvignon Blanc
Cheddar & Gruyere, Tomato-Based, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Goat & Feta Cheese, Chili & Hot Spicy, White Fish, Salads & Greens, Meaty & Oily Fish, Fruit Desserts, Shellfish
Top Notes For
Alison Story

TexaCali Ali - Owner of www.texacaliwine.com & Co-Owner of the upcoming www.smithstorywinecellars.com

9.0

delicious!

delicious!

1 person found it helpfulApr 16th, 2016
Carson

Not being well-versed in the fairer varietals of grapes, I called on a few trusted wine consultants to give them a specific task: provide for me a clean, crisp #daydrinker with minimal hangover potential. The result from my consultants was a near-unanimous and resounding "Sancerre is what you're looking for." This bottle is the result of that consultation. The nose is invigorating, with distinguishable notes of lemon peel. The acidity is palpable, but it's nicely balanced with the minerals from the chalky soils prevalent in the region, ultimately resulting in a crisp, clean finish. Bottles like this are why I keep those consultants around. @Scott Petrus @Kyle Harvey @Ted Corvey Your check is in the mail.

Not being well-versed in the fairer varietals of grapes, I called on a few trusted wine consultants to give them a specific task: provide for me a clean, crisp #daydrinker with minimal hangover potential. The result from my consultants was a near-unanimous and resounding "Sancerre is what you're looking for." This bottle is the result of that consultation. The nose is invigorating, with distinguishable notes of lemon peel. The acidity is palpable, but it's nicely balanced with the minerals from the chalky soils prevalent in the region, ultimately resulting in a crisp, clean finish. Bottles like this are why I keep those consultants around. @Scott Petrus @Kyle Harvey @Ted Corvey Your check is in the mail.

1 person found it helpfulFeb 21st, 2016
Bryant Bickel

Crush that chalk/limestone and put it in my bottle! Beauty with lemon lime accents light orange zest

Crush that chalk/limestone and put it in my bottle! Beauty with lemon lime accents light orange zest

1 person found it helpfulJun 10th, 2015
Lauren McCall

Really great -$25 bottle - crisp, clear, mineral-y

Really great -$25 bottle - crisp, clear, mineral-y

1 person found it helpfulJun 2nd, 2014
Jake Hajer

Watermelon rind and rain. Just so very French. I really enjoyed this wine.

Watermelon rind and rain. Just so very French. I really enjoyed this wine.

Jul 17th, 2016
Steven Morgan

Wine Director Formento's

9.1

Round mid palate vibrant acidity and minerality with a clean and lean attack. Sign me up!

Round mid palate vibrant acidity and minerality with a clean and lean attack. Sign me up!

Jul 7th, 2016
Jeff Burrows

On the herbal grassy side for sancerre. Super nice w/ goat cheese, then scallops at dinner

On the herbal grassy side for sancerre. Super nice w/ goat cheese, then scallops at dinner

Jun 15th, 2015
Rafael Landestoy

2012 vintage. Had a bit of grapefruit on the nose but I only had a sip of this and it was just okay. Not sure how it opened up over time.

2012 vintage. Had a bit of grapefruit on the nose but I only had a sip of this and it was just okay. Not sure how it opened up over time.

May 6th, 2015
Joe Fischer

Not a special Sancerre.

Not a special Sancerre.

Jun 29th, 2021
Sam T
8.9

Solid. Some minerality and lemon peel. Subtle.

Solid. Some minerality and lemon peel. Subtle.

Apr 14th, 2019