Langlois Chateau

Sancerre Chateau de Fontaine Audon - Langlois Chateau 2022

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The Sancerre "Château de Fontaine-Audon" by Langlois-Château is a white wine that embodies the elegance and finesse of Sauvignon Blanc, grown in the renowned hills of Sancerre, in the Loire region of France. This area is famous for its calcareous soils and temperate climate, which contribute to giving the wines a marked minerality and lively acidity, distinctive traits of Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc.

Langlois-Château, with a history dating back to 1885, has consolidated its reputation by producing high-quality wines that express the unique terroir of the Loire. The acquisition of Château de Fontaine-Audon allowed the winery to have access to one of the few monopolies in Sancerre, with vineyards located in a single estate that guarantees grapes of exceptional quality and unique characteristics.

The vinification of "Château de Fontaine-Audon" follows a meticulous approach, aimed at preserving the freshness and aroma of Sauvignon Blanc. The grapes, harvested by hand at the optimal moment of ripeness, undergo delicate pressing, followed by low-temperature fermentation in stainless steel tanks. This process helps keep the varietal aromas and natural freshness of the wine intact, resulting in a Sancerre of remarkable purity and expressiveness.

Visually, the wine has a light straw yellow color, with greenish reflections that underline its youth and freshness. On the nose, the "Château de Fontaine-Audon" reveals an intense and complex aromatic bouquet, characterized by notes of white pulp fruit, such as green apple and pear, citrus accents, floral nuances and a marked minerality, reminiscent of flint typical of the Sancerre terroir.

In the mouth, the wine is vibrant and well-structured, with a balanced freshness and acidity that supports its fruity aroma and leads to a long, mineral finish. The purity and precision of the flavors make "Château de Fontaine-Audon" an excellent example of Sauvignon Blanc from Sancerre, capable of evolving beautifully over time.

Ideal as an aperitif or paired with dishes based on fish, seafood, fresh goat cheese and light salads, the Sancerre "Château de Fontaine-Audon" by Langlois-Château is a refined choice for lovers of white wines looking for elegance, minerality and aromatic complexity in a single sip.


The winery

Langlois-Chateau – Winery in Valle della Loira (Saumur, Saumur‑Champigny, Sancerre)

Discover the story and wines of Langlois-Chateau.

Winery in the Loire Valley known for its Crémant de Loire and AOC wines from Saumur, Saumur‑Champigny and Sancerre; it combines production of traditional method sparkling wines and still wines, with a focus on sustainable viticulture. ([langlois-chateau.fr](https://www.langlois-chateau.fr/en/))
Region: Valle della Loira (Saumur, Saumur‑Champigny, Sancerre)
Country: Francia
Founded: 1885
Grapes: Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Grolleau, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc
Renowned for Crémant de Loire produced using the Traditional Method. Vineyards and production in the Saumur, Saumur‑Champigny and Sancerre appellations Terra Vitis-certified estate, currently in conversion to organic. Member of the Bollinger family group since 1973. Winery visits featuring tuff galleries and comparative tastings.
Winery history
According to the winery, Langlois‑Chateau has been active since 1885 and gained international recognition especially for its Crémant de Loire. It has been part of the Bollinger family group since 1973. Some historical accounts name the founders and offer alternative details about the winery's early years.
Production philosophy
Focus on enhancing local grape varieties and the terroir: selection of high-quality grapes, separate vinification by variety and terroir, and use of the Traditional Method for sparkling wines; sustainable viticulture practices and partial conversion to organic farming underway.
Terroir and vineyards
Production is rooted in the Loire Valley, with estates and sourcing concentrated in the Saumur, Saumur‑Champigny and Sancerre appellations; the cellars include long tuff galleries and the Crémant are produced from grapes harvested in various microzones of the Loire.

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