Lucien Crochet La Croix du Roy Sancerre AOC Rouge

Sancerre AOC, France

One of the finest red Sancerres — from limestone and silex parcels producing Pinot Noir of real depth and mineral precision. Transparent ruby; fresh red cherry, wild strawberry, dried rose petals, and a persistent limestone mineral note. Aged 10 months in old French barriques. A wine of considerable elegance that improves over 5–8 years.

Pairing intelligence

• main: Sancerre Rouge's delicate red fruit and limestone mineral depth matches quail's subtle game; the lentils' earthy weight is balanced by the wine's fresh acidity.
• starter: The wine's fresh cherry character bridges the liver's richness; Loire Pinot's delicate tannin structure allows the foie's flavour to dominate without being overwhelmed.