3x 1996 Chateau de Tracy Pouilly-Fume ----------------------------------------- Info Pouilly-Fumé : Famed around the world for its white wines, the Pouilly-Fumé estate (not to be confused with the Pouilly-Fuissé, the Maconnais' crown jewel), stretches over calcareous land that allows Sauvignon to fully express itself. Freshness and tautness combined with both powerful and subtle aromas of spices and flint characterise Pouilly Fumé. This very dry, very fine wine can be consumed in its early stages but can easily be left to age for a few years to develop its mellow and rounded aspects. 1994 Domaine de Sarry Sancerre --------------------------------------------- Info Sancerre : This is one of the Loire's most famous appellations, located on the left bank of the river in a region that combines hilly land and the Val de Loire pit. With its roots in the hillside slopes, the vineyard (around 2,700 hectares) is dedicated to Sauvignon (80%) and Pinot Noir. Better known for its whites, its reds have recently been gaining in popularity. Rosés made from Pinot Noir are also available. Three types of soil make up the Sancerre region: "white soil" (clay-limestone Kimmeridgian soil) located in the western hills, "gravel soil", stony and limestone soil, and finally the clay-siliceous soil to the east. The vines are planted at between 200 and 300 metres of altitude. They enjoy a temperate climate. Sancerre whites are very similar to Pouilly Fumé: fine, lively wines that combine aromas of a more vegetable character: box tree, broom, blackcurrant leaf, developing into floral, often sweet notes: acacia, jasmine and citrus fruit aromas. A pure opening melts away into a rich, rounded effect on the palate. Subtle wines that always display a certain freshness. 2x 2006 Pouilly-Fuissé , Labaume Aine & Fils (0,375 L) ---------------------------------------------- Pouilly-Fuissé is the most prestigious vineyards of the region of Mâcon. Often in competition with wines from Chablis, it is characterized by a green colour with hints of gold which supports a wine with finesse and distinction. The terroir supports a harmonious fulfilment of the ripeness of the grape and let rich aromas develop, with hints of hazelnuts and toasted almonds. Rich, full of sap and fragrant, the Pouilly Fuisse are rich and flavorful.