Alphonse Mellot
At the beginning of the XIX century, Alphonse Mellot founded a tavern in Sancerre where one could savour the local wines and so began a flourishing trade that was to continue. In 1881 he was granted a licence to ship his wine throughout France and all over the World. This marked the beginning of a pacific conquest which has been pursued and developed by the family business from father to son ever since, with the eldest son continuing to bear the name of the Founder Alphonse. Today, this century old winemaking tradition is perpetuated by Alphonse Mellot, father and son, the 18th and 19th to bear the name. The wines are produced from the upper Sancerre vineyard, the most famous of which is the Domaine de la Moussiére. Its exceptional quality has led to it being officially classified as a unique category amongst the Sancerre wines. The Domaine de la Moussiére comprises one single vineyard of over thirty hectares. Its ideally exposed location on the south-western tip of Sancerre, its chalk soil and its specific sub-soil are all perfect conditions for the cultivation of the vine. White Sancerre is produced from the noble grape "Sauvignon", with small, very tightly packed grapes, it is amongst the oldest known varieties. Sancerre has an eminent position in the hierarchy of white wines thanks to its great finesse, its bouquet and fruitiness. Red and rosé Sancerre are produced from the Pinot Noir grape, particularly from the older vines of the 'Vieux Clos Chambrastes'. Legend has it that this vineyard is located on the site of an ancient roman encampment.
Some of their wines below....
La Moussière Blanc Biodynamic Organic, Les Vins Alphonse Mellot, Sancerre, Centre Loire, France 2022
Loire, France
Tasting Notes
This 100% Sauvignon white wine has a floral and fruity nose combining white…
Food Matches
Fish tartare, Smoked salmon & Mushroom omelette
White
Rich & Complex Whites
75cl
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En Grand Champs Rouge, Biodynamic, Organic, Les Vins Alphonse Mellot, Sancerre, Centre Loire, France 2016
Loire, France
Tasting Notes
This 100% Pinot Noir red wine has a powerful nose with notes of blackberry,…
Food Matches
Terrines and pates, Charolais beef & Enchiladas
Red
Medium Bodied Reds
75cl
La Moussière Rose, Les Vins Alphonse Mellot, Sancerre, Centre Loire, France 2019
Loire, France
Tasting Notes
This rosé has a nose that is subtle mix of white pepper and a red berries,…
Food Matches
Aperitif, Prawns - grilled & Green papaya salad
Rose
Light, Dry Rosés
75cl
Les Pénitents Chardonnay Organic Biodynamic, Les Vins Alphonse Mellot, Côtes de la Charite, Centre Loire, France 2017
Loire, France
Tasting Notes
An expressive nose delivering real aromatic intensity with notes of citrus…
Food Matches
Aperitif - Oysters, Risotto - Truffle or Morels & Cheese - Crottin de Chavignol
White
Rich & Complex Whites
75cl
Les Pénitents Pinot Noir Biodynamic, Organic, Les Vins Alphonse Mellot, Côtes de la Charite, Centre Loire, France 2016
Loire, France
Tasting Notes
This 100% Pinot Noir red has a nose opening to aromas of red fruits, a deep…
Food Matches
Duck breast, Veal & Risotto - mushroom
Red
Medium Bodied Reds
75cl
La Moussière Rouge Biodynamic Organic, Les Vins Alphonse Mellot, Sancerre, Centre Loire, France 2018
Loire, France
Tasting Notes
Red and black berries are readily recognisable on the nose, set off by…
Food Matches
Lamb - Shepherd's pie or roast, Pigeon stuffed with foie gras & Terrines and pates
Red
Medium Bodied Reds
75cl
Les Pénitents Pinot Noir Biodynamic, Organic, Les Vins Alphonse Mellot, Côtes de la Charite, Centre Loire, France 2020
Loire, France
Tasting Notes
This Pinot Noir red has a nose opening to aromas of red fruits, a deep…
Food Matches
Duck breast, Veal & Risotto - mushroom
Red
Medium Bodied Reds
75cl
Génération XIX Rouge, Les Vins Alphonse Mellot, Sancerre, Centre Loire, France 2018
Loire, France
Tasting Notes
This 100% Pinot Noir has a rich and complex nose opening to notes of…
Food Matches
Duch, Venison - pie or roast & Mushroom fricassee
Red
Medium Bodied Reds
75cl