{"product_id":"domaine-des-grandes-esperances-le-roi-soleil-2020","title":"Domaine des Grandes Esperances Le Roi Soleil 2020","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eDomaine des Grandes Espérances is located in Mesland in the heart of Touraine and is owned by the Saget La Perrière family. The estate spans around 24–50 hectares and has been certified organic since 2019. Known for a modern and expressive approach to Loire wines, the domaine produces a wide range of cuvées from different varietals. Their philosophy focuses on low yields, precision viticulture, and highlighting terroir-driven freshness. The estate benefits from a mix of continental and oceanic climate influences, allowing consistent ripening while preserving acidity, which is essential for producing vibrant Sauvignon Blanc wines.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer \u0026amp; Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eThe estate is managed under the Saget La Perrière group, a respected Loire Valley producer known for combining tradition with modern winemaking techniques. The winemaking team emphasizes sustainable and organic farming, careful vineyard management, and precise vinification to preserve varietal purity. Their approach to Sauvignon Blanc focuses on texture and complexity rather than just freshness, often incorporating barrel fermentation and lees aging to create more layered wines compared to typical Touraine expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eLe Roi Soleil comes from a single vineyard plot of approximately 30-year-old vines planted on clay-limestone (clay-loam) soils. These soils provide both water retention and structure, contributing to the wine’s balance between richness and minerality. The vineyards benefit from excellent sun exposure, with grapes harvested in early October at full ripeness. The Loire’s climate, combining cool nights and warm days, helps preserve acidity while allowing the development of aromatic intensity typical of high-quality Sauvignon Blanc.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eA premium expression of Touraine Sauvignon Blanc, “Le Roi Soleil” stands out for its barrel-influenced style, offering more richness and texture than classic stainless-steel Loire Sauvignon. It is crafted to showcase both ripeness and structure, combining fruit concentration with mineral tension. This wine reflects a more gastronomic and serious style of Sauvignon Blanc, suitable for pairing with food rather than simple aperitif drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e2020 is considered a strong and balanced vintage in the Loire Valley, with good ripeness and healthy fruit. Conditions allowed for full phenolic maturity while maintaining freshness, making it particularly suitable for structured Sauvignon Blanc styles with both aromatic intensity and aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV %\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e12.5%\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification and Aging Method\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHand-harvested with low yields (~35 hl\/ha)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e12 hours skin maceration to extract aromatics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e48 hours cold settling (stabulation)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFermentation in barrels (used for 2 vintages)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAging in barrel with regular bâtonnage (lees stirring)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eThis process enhances texture, complexity, and depth, giving the wine a richer mouthfeel compared to typical Sauvignon Blanc.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrapes Varietals\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e100% Sauvignon Blanc\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eBright golden yellow in color. The nose is complex and expressive, showing layers of exotic fruits, citrus, acacia flowers, and subtle vanilla from oak influence. On the palate, it is smooth, rounded, and slightly creamy, balanced by vibrant acidity and a strong mineral backbone. The finish is long, fresh, and elegant, with a refined interplay between fruit richness and Loire-style minerality.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood and Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eIdeal with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eShellfish and seafood (oysters, scallops, prawns)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGrilled or baked fish (especially salmon or cod)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGoat cheese and fresh cheeses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLight creamy dishes or poultry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFine dining starters and Loire-style cuisine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eIts balance of richness and acidity makes it highly versatile for both classic and modern pairings.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eServe at 10–12°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDecanting: optional (15–20 minutes helps open aromatics)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGlassware: Burgundy white glass for enhanced aromatics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Ageing Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDrink now or cellar for 3–5 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCan develop additional honeyed, nutty, and tertiary notes with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBest stored in a cool, dark environment with stable temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sinowiz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48029289251030,"sku":null,"price":268.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/LeRoiSoleil.jpg?v=1775115454","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/domaine-des-grandes-esperances-le-roi-soleil-2020","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}