Reuilly Les Milets 2022 6x75cl

Les Milets exudes the fresh, zesty style with crisp minerality that is often emulated the world over.

Vineyards

The vines are 15-20 years old and are located on the left bank of the River Cher, South-West of Quincy. They receive a great amount of sunlight and are planted on the prominent hillocks comprised of gravely alluvial deposits. All vineyard processes are carried out in an environmental manner, adapted to each terroir.

Vintage

A rather mild winter with a few light frosts augured for an early bud break. Fortunately, it took place just after the first week of April when black frosts had severely hit the vineyard. Favored by mild temperatures in May and water reserves, there was then a rapid growth of the branches requiring increased work in the vineyard. The first wave of heat sets in at the end of May, giving way to the flowering of Pinot and then Sauvignon. The pattern of an early vintage is then in everyone's mind. Soon the succession of heat waves combined with a lack of water lead to a slowdown in the growth cycle. A few light rains in June come here and there to bring a little water. A violent hailstorm hits the south of the Sancerre appellation. The lack of water becomes very worrying for the entire vineyard until the end of August when the first rains allow the berries to swell and rebalance their constitution.

Winemaking

After pressing the grapes slowly, fermentation takes place under controlled conditions at around 18° C. The wine is then aged on its lees for a minimum of 4 months before a single pass filtering prior to bottling.

Enjoy with:

• Grilled and Roasted White Meats
• Fish/Shellfish
• Salads and Picnics
• Mild Creamy Cheeses

Enjoy with crustaceans, asparagus or goat’s cheeses.