Domaine Vacheron

Les Romains Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc

9.111 ratings
9.32 pro ratings
Sancerre, Central Vineyards, Loire Valley, France
Sauvignon Blanc
Top Notes For
Jay Kline

The Vacheron family have been leaders in the appellation for practicing organics and biodynamics since the early 2000’s and generally follow non-interventionalist wine making techniques. Their dedication is evident in the beauty and expression of terroir in their wines. “Les Romains” is a single vineyard planted about 40 years ago on 100% Silex. Popped and poured; consumed over 2 days and it was delicious on both. In the glass, it appears a very pale straw color with medium viscosity. Medium+ intensity. Remarkably fresh with bright lemon-lime citrus with some melon and rocks. One the palate, silex, citrus and minerals with an uncanny steel-like texture. High acid. Long satisfying finish. An uncompromising blend of energy and elegance. It’s a wine you want to crush…but there’s a sophistication about it that makes you reflect on how damned good it is. Age-able? Undoubtedly! But it’s going to be hard to cellar something this good. Beautiful wine!

The Vacheron family have been leaders in the appellation for practicing organics and biodynamics since the early 2000’s and generally follow non-interventionalist wine making techniques. Their dedication is evident in the beauty and expression of terroir in their wines. “Les Romains” is a single vineyard planted about 40 years ago on 100% Silex. Popped and poured; consumed over 2 days and it was delicious on both. In the glass, it appears a very pale straw color with medium viscosity. Medium+ intensity. Remarkably fresh with bright lemon-lime citrus with some melon and rocks. One the palate, silex, citrus and minerals with an uncanny steel-like texture. High acid. Long satisfying finish. An uncompromising blend of energy and elegance. It’s a wine you want to crush…but there’s a sophistication about it that makes you reflect on how damned good it is. Age-able? Undoubtedly! But it’s going to be hard to cellar something this good. Beautiful wine!

Aug 15th, 2021
Louis Martin

Enjoyed a bottle at Miller Union in Atlanta. Pairs well with snapper and roasted vegetables.

Enjoyed a bottle at Miller Union in Atlanta. Pairs well with snapper and roasted vegetables.

Feb 6th, 2019
Dave Michalowski

Pretty standard Sancerre nose - elderflower, lime zest, mild sweat, bright and aromatic. The taste is interesting - takes an interesting turn with a slight bitterness of dried wood chips and key lime rinds. Top tier acidity (sauerkraut) - mouth won't stop salivating, but there is enough sweetness for the light flowery, herbal finish to shine through - after 30 seconds I could swear I had a sip of St. Germain

Pretty standard Sancerre nose - elderflower, lime zest, mild sweat, bright and aromatic. The taste is interesting - takes an interesting turn with a slight bitterness of dried wood chips and key lime rinds. Top tier acidity (sauerkraut) - mouth won't stop salivating, but there is enough sweetness for the light flowery, herbal finish to shine through - after 30 seconds I could swear I had a sip of St. Germain

Apr 12th, 2017
Peter Slagowitz

Well structured organic sancerre. White stone fruit up front with balanced acid on the finish

Well structured organic sancerre. White stone fruit up front with balanced acid on the finish

Mar 26th, 2017
Lehshel Kolter

Totally awesome. White peach, lemon pith, and intense white floral notes welcome you while lazer-beam like acidity and salty seashelly minerality keep you coming back for more.

Totally awesome. White peach, lemon pith, and intense white floral notes welcome you while lazer-beam like acidity and salty seashelly minerality keep you coming back for more.

Nov 2nd, 2016
Christian Broder

GM/Sommelier The Social Wine Company

9.1

Christian had this 8 years ago

Christian had this 8 years ago

Jan 5th, 2017
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Sep 25th, 2019
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Mar 4th, 2018
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Aug 9th, 2017
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Jun 14th, 2017