Cult Sancerre For The Ages:
2005 Vatan Sancerre "Clos de Neore"

Posted by Ian McFadden

Vatan's 2005 Sancerre "Clos de Neore" is a legend.

Vatan's Sancerre is famous for its ageability. Still, the 2005 is simply epic. 

photo of vineyard

Nearing twenty years of age, this bottle hasn't let up. It remains a mineral bomb with precision and incredible structure. In terms of Sancerre, it stands alone. 

Vatan's Clos de Neore is located in Chavignol in the infamously steep and renowned Monts Damnés vineyard. Clos de Neore sits in the center of the vineyard, lower in the slope. Sauvignon Blanc reaches a mind-blowing intensity and focus here. The soils are similar to Chablis, and you definitely feel it. 

I've already mentioned this earlier, but the sheer density of minerality in the 2005 is shocking. It's profoundly oceanic and the currents of citrus add an expansive element to the wine. Then there's the wine's serious drive that's coated in a mineral-drenched waxy texture. 

It's been nearly fifteen years since we've been able to offer Vatan. This is a small parcel of a legendary wine. Please give us your ideal order and we'll try our best. 

To order, email offers@crushwineco.com or call the store at (212) 980-9463.

Ian McFadden
Director, Fine & Rare
Crush Wine & Spirits

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