Roc de L’Abbaye 2022 – Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc White Wine (750ml)

Tasting Notes

Roc de L’Abbaye’s 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is a benchmark Loire Valley expression—stunning in its clarity, with just the right amount of tension between elegance and vivacity. The bouquet is electric: fresh-cut lime, crushed gooseberry, white grapefruit, and flinty minerality leap from the glass, joined by whispers of green almond, lemongrass, and wet stone. The palate is taut and vibrant, with mouthwatering acidity and layered citrus fruit that unfolds with precision—grapefruit zest, green apple, underripe peach, and a touch of fennel pollen. There’s an unmistakable chalky minerality that anchors the mid-palate, and a saline edge that brings structure to the long, zippy finish.

Food Pairings

This wine is a natural partner for raw oysters, ceviche, or fresh goat cheese on baguette. Try it with grilled asparagus, artichoke hearts, or sole meunière with lemon caper butter. For cheese, focus on Loire classics like Crottin de Chavignol, or fresh chèvre with herbs. As a final course, a lemon tart or basil-infused sorbet will mirror the wine’s citrus brightness. Ideal for warm weather, raw seafood, and meals that want clarity without weight.