Alphonse Mellot

Alphonse Mellot is a prestigious winery located in the heart of the French wine region, specifically on the historic hill of Sancerre. The winery's history dates back to the 16th century, with the Mellot family being an integral part of the area's viticulture since 1513. Their relevance grew in 1698 when César Mellot was appointed Wine Advisor to Louis XIV. Today, Alphonse Mellot represents the 18th and 19th generations, continuing a winemaking tradition that has endured for centuries. The winery is known for its Sancerre white wines made from Sauvignon grapes, which are said to express distinct mineral characteristics due to the terroir's chalky soil and specific subsoil. The winemaking philosophy focuses on the expression of terroir, with each wine developing a unique "memory catalogue" of soil and climatic conditions. Alphonse Mellot also produces Sancerre red and rosé wines from Pinot Noir grapes, particularly from the oldest vines of the 'Vieux Clos Chambrastes'. The winery's vineyards are located on the "Domaine de la Moussière", covering over 30 hectares, with a terroir that benefits from Kimmeridgian soil and specific subsoil conditions.

Written by Ava from public sources. Not written or reviewed by the winery.