Organic/Biodynamic Wines

Online-Only Auction, 30 May - 13 June 2022

Session 1
  • Lucien Crochet; Sancerre Le Chêne; 2013; 6 (1 x 6); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 3 200 - 4 000

About this Item

2013 Sancerre Le Chêne
6 (1 x 6) 750ml

Organic Farming
Farmed and made according to organic practices. Main reason for not being certified is to allow for intervention should it be deemed necessary to maintain production.
Self-regulated application of the below practices in vineyard and/or cellar.
No use of synthetic fertilisers, pesticides, or herbicides. Use of certain cover crops, methods of soil care, and other specified vineyard care.
Wine made according to strict standards - use of approved, organic yeast, and no added sulfites or other specified additives. Does not imply that the wine is vegan (allows for specified fining agents (including egg whites) and enzymes). In certain regions this is extended to chaptalisation and acid addition.

Provenance

Restaurant Mosaic

Critics Ratings

‘Lots of grapefruit and grass to start. Medium-plus body with a nice richness showing yellow fruit, lemon curd, and minerals. Very fresh, with enough acid on the finish to keep you coming back for more.’ - Cellartracker.com, 92/100 (Jul 2016)

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