13.5% abv., Seigy, imported by Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL. Cork closure: composite. Biodynamic calendar: flower day.
Winemaking note: composed of various vineyards on the three main soil types of Sancerre AOC, this wine is aged in on the fine lees in stainless steel for six months with its natural malic acid and is bottled with a gentle filtration. From vineyards on Caillottes (stones and clay), Terres Blanches (clay), and Silex (flint).
Tasting note: the 2020 Villebois is pale gold in color with a clean nose of medium intensity with aromas of lilac, gooseberry, lemongrass, pink grapefruit, chalk and wet stones. One the palate this wine is dry with high acid, medium body, medium alcohol, medium+ flavor intensity and a medium finish with flavors of white flowers, lemon, yellow plum, gooseberry, lychee blossom and chalky stone. Drink now or through 2024, this wine is very good: 9.0/10.
