Domaine Franck Millet

Sancerre Pinot Noir Rosé

8.929 ratings
8.93 pro ratings
Sancerre, Central Vineyards, Loire Valley, France
Pinot Noir
Top Notes For
David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.0

Had this last night with our salad course. If you’re looking for a wine that pairs with butter lettuce, golden apples, radishes, pistachios and a mustard vinaigrette, this is good choice. The high acidity handles the vinaigrette and the nice mineral back bone handles the mustard. It was a good even tug of war, wine and salad, which is an important element in any successful pairing.

It’s a fairly classic Sancerre Rosé. Some sweetness but not sugary or syrupy at all. Strawberries, watermelon, Rainer cherries, light citrus notes, pink roses, nice medium minerals, beautiful chalkiness, well done acidity, beautiful balance and nice polished finish.

Happy Birthday Hedy & Christina, as well, special thanks to Christina for cooking a very nice dinner and hosting.

Photos of; Domaine Franck Millet, dormant vineyard in the Loire Valley, Owners-Franck & Betty Millet and one of their beautifully manicured vineyards.

Had this last night with our salad course. If you’re looking for a wine that pairs with butter lettuce, golden apples, radishes, pistachios and a mustard vinaigrette, this is good choice. The high acidity handles the vinaigrette and the nice mineral back bone handles the mustard. It was a good even tug of war, wine and salad, which is an important element in any successful pairing.

It’s a fairly classic Sancerre Rosé. Some sweetness but not sugary or syrupy at all. Strawberries, watermelon, Rainer cherries, light citrus notes, pink roses, nice medium minerals, beautiful chalkiness, well done acidity, beautiful balance and nice polished finish.

Happy Birthday Hedy & Christina, as well, special thanks to Christina for cooking a very nice dinner and hosting.

Photos of; Domaine Franck Millet, dormant vineyard in the Loire Valley, Owners-Franck & Betty Millet and one of their beautifully manicured vineyards.

Mar 2nd, 2019
David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.1

The fruits are ripe and bright. Watermelon, Rainer cherries, thinned pomegranate juice. The minerality is more pronounced than most roses. It's razor sharp and near perfect as is the acidity and gritty chalkiness. Excellent pairing with the Burrata, roasted garlic/tomatoes, pesto, balsamic and chopped pistachios.

The fruits are ripe and bright. Watermelon, Rainer cherries, thinned pomegranate juice. The minerality is more pronounced than most roses. It's razor sharp and near perfect as is the acidity and gritty chalkiness. Excellent pairing with the Burrata, roasted garlic/tomatoes, pesto, balsamic and chopped pistachios.

1 person found it helpfulJun 30th, 2016
Zachary Leinberger

2013 vintage

2013 vintage

Oct 18th, 2014
Stanislav Lobanov

15.5/20 (87/100) Аромат с нотами малины, красных лесных ягод и спелого яблока. Довольно высокая кислотность. Приятная солоноватость во вкусе, хотя в целом, насыщенности не хватает.

15.5/20 (87/100) Аромат с нотами малины, красных лесных ягод и спелого яблока. Довольно высокая кислотность. Приятная солоноватость во вкусе, хотя в целом, насыщенности не хватает.

Jan 23rd, 2020
Timothy Lynch

If Loire rosé of the past two vintages have pleased you with their cloying excess then pass on this. But, if you enjoy lean rose water with hints of burnt tangerine (+ rosemary and thyme) fused to a backbone of embracing acidity that hangs around for a good minute--dude...go for it.
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If Loire rosé of the past two vintages have pleased you with their cloying excess then pass on this. But, if you enjoy lean rose water with hints of burnt tangerine (+ rosemary and thyme) fused to a backbone of embracing acidity that hangs around for a good minute--dude...go for it.
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Jun 14th, 2018
Magnús Magnússon

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Jul 18th, 2015
Jeff Christner

Fruit forward. Great with guacamole!

Fruit forward. Great with guacamole!

Jul 11th, 2015
Seba Stian

Life is full of surprises, sometimes bad & sometimes good. I'm an optimistic person, and I'm trying to find good stuff even in bad situation. Mine car got broken (seriously it needs engine transplantation he he) but mine fridge still works great and can chill this beautiful SB :). Very aromatic light yellow lemonade, smells like lime with sugar & taste like Daiquiri. Medium body, dry as hell with long lemon aftertaste. This SB is really tasty & fresh, cold weapon for hot evenings. Vintage 2014, Sauvignion Blanc

Life is full of surprises, sometimes bad & sometimes good. I'm an optimistic person, and I'm trying to find good stuff even in bad situation. Mine car got broken (seriously it needs engine transplantation he he) but mine fridge still works great and can chill this beautiful SB :). Very aromatic light yellow lemonade, smells like lime with sugar & taste like Daiquiri. Medium body, dry as hell with long lemon aftertaste. This SB is really tasty & fresh, cold weapon for hot evenings. Vintage 2014, Sauvignion Blanc

Jul 5th, 2015
Hermine Benard

Dark Rosé. Candied cherry, light oak, 100% Pinot noir. Drink it young. 2013

Dark Rosé. Candied cherry, light oak, 100% Pinot noir. Drink it young. 2013

May 22nd, 2015
michele janezic

delish.

delish.

May 16th, 2015