{"title":"Sébastien Riffault","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_17_490x735_4ae73f8b-9b8d-48c3-9417-48a1e2053bd3.jpg?v=1785058468\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe wines of Sébastien Riffault are born from a vineyard of approximately 12 hectares inherited from his father, spanning three distinct soil types. By seamlessly blending the striking characteristics of these terroirs with viticultural practices like biodynamic farming and botrytization, alongside natural vinification techniques—such as complete fermentation with native yeasts, zero added SO2, and prolonged élevage—truly incomparable wines are created.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eType of soil: \u003cstrong\u003eArgilo-calcaire (caillottes)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCuvées: Auksinis, Akmèniné, Raudonas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eType of soil: \u003cstrong\u003eKimmeridgian\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCuvée: Sauletas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eType of soil: \u003cstrong\u003eSilex\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCuvée: Skeveldra\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThese bottlings are completely different from the conventional Sancerre found in wine textbooks, leaving everyone to wonder what drove him to craft such a wine. Sébastien explains that he has simply \"revived the Sancerre of the past.\" He shares that as a young man, he was deeply inspired by the village elders' stories of a time when Sancerre was crafted from grapes that included noble rot.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePre-phylloxera Sancerre was vastly different from what it is today; the landscape was dominated by light red wines made from Gamay and Pinot Noir. Even the white wines were primarily pale expressions born from the frost-resistant Chasselas, with Sauvignon Blanc representing only a tiny portion. The modern supremacy of Sauvignon Blanc only took root after 1910. Following the near-total annihilation of the vineyards during the phylloxera crisis—which hit Sancerre hardest between the 1880s and 1890s—vignerons finally arrived at a solution: grafting Sauvignon Blanc, which fits in limestone soils, onto phylloxera-resistant American rootstocks.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSubsequently, in 1936, white wine made from Sauvignon Blanc was granted AOC Sancerre status. It is highly likely that the historic Sancerre Sébastien heard about from the elders refers to the unique wines produced during this pre-war and wartime era.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhile the flavor of Sancerre revived by Sébastien Riffault—through a modern understanding of terroir, biodynamic farming, and contemporary non-interventionist winemaking—diverges from today's standards of Sancerre, it is completely captivating with its astonishing concentration, complexity, ripe fruitiness, and the vibrant dynamism dwelling within the wine. It is easy to see why these wines are so highly sought-after by natural wine bars in Paris and creative, fine-dining restaurants around the world.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. Sebastien's wines redefine what we think Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir should taste like. One of the standard-bearers for the grapes, Sebastien makes some of the most profound expressions of Sauvignon Blanc that exists - a far cry from the zippy, standardized clones that are so much Sancerre today. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a854-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-akmenine-2017-1500ml","title":"[A854] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE AKMENINE 2017 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_18_490x735_5c8a4d16-9fec-44bd-8a43-7c4a97c94d85.jpg?v=1785057313\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAkmèniné means 'stone-filled' or 'stony' in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife, a name derived from the striking vineyard plot blanketed with scattered chunks of limestone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharing the same soil type as Auksinis, the vines grow in the argilo-calcaire (clay-limestone) soils locally known as caillottes. This cuvée utilizes Sauvignon Blanc from old vines (Vieilles Vignes) over 30 years of age, planted across a parcel of approximately three hectares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Auksinis features a highly unconventional botrytis ratio of 50% to 100%, Akmèniné is harvested with a base of fully ripe grapes blended with about 20% to 30% botrytized fruit. This approach strikes a magnificent balance, maintaining Sauvignon Blanc’s inherently clean, delicate acidity and fresh fruit character while still showcasing Riffault’s signature complexity and rich, honeyed depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vinification process mirrors that of Auksinis: after pressing, the juice is crafted with zero sulfur additions, undergoing a slow fermentation and aging in stainless steel tanks for 24 months before being transferred to old oak barrels for an additional 10 to 12 months of sur-lie élevage. Ultimately, it is bottled unfined, unfiltered, and entirely sans soufre (with no SO2 added).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon initial release, the wine displays a hazy, near-amber golden hue resulting from the lack of filtration and gentle oxidative aging, though it gains clarity with bottle age. That said, because sediment naturally settles at the bottom of the bottle, the wine will gradually become cloudy toward the second half and the final pours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bouquet reveals notes of pear, marmalade, and osmanthus, intertwined with subtle hints of smokiness and gunflint. On the palate, a lustrous and generous wave of pure extract expands, while a backbone of vibrant, clean acidity beautifully pulls the entire wine together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_05_490x735_4c234fc3-69be-4c93-a8f2-04031bf82880.jpg?v=1785057371\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49507311059172,"sku":"F03570004BBK2017","price":380.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_akmenine_2017_mg_01_735x735_251ea943-5829-4d75-a7f4-ae2d4d98eee8.jpg?v=1785056845"},{"product_id":"b058-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-akmenine-2018-1500ml","title":"[B321] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE AKMENINE 2019 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_18_490x735_5c8a4d16-9fec-44bd-8a43-7c4a97c94d85.jpg?v=1785057313\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAkmèniné means 'stone-filled' or 'stony' in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife, a name derived from the striking vineyard plot blanketed with scattered chunks of limestone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharing the same soil type as Auksinis, the vines grow in the argilo-calcaire (clay-limestone) soils locally known as caillottes. This cuvée utilizes Sauvignon Blanc from old vines (Vieilles Vignes) over 30 years of age, planted across a parcel of approximately three hectares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Auksinis features a highly unconventional botrytis ratio of 50% to 100%, Akmèniné is harvested with a base of fully ripe grapes blended with about 20% to 30% botrytized fruit. This approach strikes a magnificent balance, maintaining Sauvignon Blanc’s inherently clean, delicate acidity and fresh fruit character while still showcasing Riffault’s signature complexity and rich, honeyed depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vinification process mirrors that of Auksinis: after pressing, the juice is crafted with zero sulfur additions, undergoing a slow fermentation and aging in stainless steel tanks for 24 months before being transferred to old oak barrels for an additional 10 to 12 months of sur-lie élevage. Ultimately, it is bottled unfined, unfiltered, and entirely sans soufre (with no SO2 added).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon initial release, the wine displays a hazy, near-amber golden hue resulting from the lack of filtration and gentle oxidative aging, though it gains clarity with bottle age. That said, because sediment naturally settles at the bottom of the bottle, the wine will gradually become cloudy toward the second half and the final pours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bouquet reveals notes of pear, marmalade, and osmanthus, intertwined with subtle hints of smokiness and gunflint. On the palate, a lustrous and generous wave of pure extract expands, while a backbone of vibrant, clean acidity beautifully pulls the entire wine together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_05_490x735_4c234fc3-69be-4c93-a8f2-04031bf82880.jpg?v=1785057371\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49507364864228,"sku":"F03570004BBK2019","price":380.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_akmenine_2019_mg_01_735x735_c438c59d-2874-4c4f-b75e-dad3fae7d5c5.jpg?v=1785059614"},{"product_id":"a164-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-auksinis-2015-750ml","title":"[A164] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE AUKSINIS 2015 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_18_490x735_5c8a4d16-9fec-44bd-8a43-7c4a97c94d85.jpg?v=1785057313\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuksinis means \"Golden\" in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The wine was named for its radiant amber and deep golden hues, a beautiful result of perfectly ripe grapes, the influence of botrytis, and extended barrel aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sancerre is crafted from perfectly ripe, 100% Sauvignon Blanc sourced from vieilles vignes (old vines) over 50 years old, grown on argilo-calcaire (caillottes) soil. This chalky, pebble-rich soil imparts a striking minerality and crisp acidity to the wine, beautifully structuring the richness of the fully ripe fruit without letting it feel heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine includes 50% botrytized grapes with a yield of just 20 hl\/ha—one-third of a typical Sancerre and comparable to the prestigious sweet wines of Bordeaux. This remarkably low output is the secret behind the wine's incredible concentration of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation occurs exclusively with indigenous yeasts. From vinification to bottling, Sébastien adds no SO2 and opts for zero fining or filtration. While the élevage (aging) requires a lengthy three years, Sébastien explains: \"When zero-SO2 wines degrade rapidly or develop off-flavors after bottling, it is because they were bottled and shipped before reaching natural stability.\" By dedicating an extraordinary amount of time—nearly unheard of for standard wines—Sébastien Riffault's wines achieve profound complexity, harmony, and lasting stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_16_490x735_24ac08fe-f042-47c7-b041-9c2831c42126.jpg?v=1785238245\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49519580872932,"sku":"F03570004CBJ2015","price":240.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_auksinis_2015_01_735x735_323d45d2-1380-4720-b606-96741d1dcf91.jpg?v=1785237619"},{"product_id":"4700-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-auksinis-maceration-2014-750ml","title":"[4700] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE AUKSINIS MACERATION 2014 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eAuksinis \"Maceration\" - Auksinis means \"Golden\" in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The macerated version of Auksinis is even deeper in color, gleaming with a vibrant orange hue. This beautiful finish is the result of perfectly ripe grapes, the influence of noble rot, and extended skin contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique Sancerre orange wine is crafted from perfectly ripe, 100% Sauvignon Blanc sourced from vieilles vignes (old vines) over 50 years old, grown on argilo-calcaire (caillottes) soil. This chalky, pebble-rich soil imparts a striking minerality and crisp acidity, beautifully structuring the rich, skin-fermented volume of the fruit without letting it feel heavy. Furthermore, the astringency of the tannins from the skins serves as a great accent, giving a rhythm to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine includes 50% botrytized grapes with a yield of just 20 hl\/ha—one-third of a typical Sancerre and comparable to the prestigious sweet wines of Bordeaux. This remarkably low output is the secret behind the wine's incredible concentration of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation occurs exclusively with indigenous yeasts, during which the juice is macerated with the grape skins for about a week to extract deep complexity and a gentle tannic structure. From vinification to bottling, Sébastien adds no SO2 and opts for zero fining or filtration. While the élevage (aging) requires a lengthy three years, Sébastien explains: \"When zero-SO2 wines degrade rapidly or develop off-flavors after bottling, it is because they were bottled and shipped before reaching natural stability.\" By dedicating an extraordinary amount of time—nearly unheard of for standard wines—Sébastien Riffault's wines achieve profound complexity, harmony, and lasting stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2026\/09\/29\/golden-orange\/\" title=\"Sebastien Riffault Sancerre Auksinis Maceration\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more about this bottle at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_25_800x1200_11530430-c378-4b9c-bc4e-53878e278b17.jpg?v=1790748558\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49519642902756,"sku":"F03570004GBJ2014","price":260.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_auksinis_maceration_2014_01_735x735_ec9da9c8-6d0a-445d-b52d-493e5899efc9.jpg?v=1785238455"},{"product_id":"b317-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-auksinis-maceration-2019-750ml","title":"[B317] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE AUKSINIS MACERATION 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eAuksinis \"Maceration\" - Auksinis means \"Golden\" in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The macerated version of Auksinis is even deeper in color, gleaming with a vibrant orange hue. This beautiful finish is the result of perfectly ripe grapes, the influence of noble rot, and extended skin contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique Sancerre orange wine is crafted from perfectly ripe, 100% Sauvignon Blanc sourced from vieilles vignes (old vines) over 50 years old, grown on argilo-calcaire (caillottes) soil. This chalky, pebble-rich soil imparts a striking minerality and crisp acidity, beautifully structuring the rich, skin-fermented volume of the fruit without letting it feel heavy. Furthermore, the astringency of the tannins from the skins serves as a great accent, giving a rhythm to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine includes 50% botrytized grapes with a yield of just 20 hl\/ha—one-third of a typical Sancerre and comparable to the prestigious sweet wines of Bordeaux. This remarkably low output is the secret behind the wine's incredible concentration of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation occurs exclusively with indigenous yeasts, during which the juice is macerated with the grape skins for about a week to extract deep complexity and a gentle tannic structure. From vinification to bottling, Sébastien adds no SO2 and opts for zero fining or filtration. While the élevage (aging) requires a lengthy three years, Sébastien explains: \"When zero-SO2 wines degrade rapidly or develop off-flavors after bottling, it is because they were bottled and shipped before reaching natural stability.\" By dedicating an extraordinary amount of time—nearly unheard of for standard wines—Sébastien Riffault's wines achieve profound complexity, harmony, and lasting stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2026\/09\/29\/golden-orange\/\" title=\"Sebastien Riffault Sancerre Auksinis Maceration\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more about this bottle at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_20_490x735_97dfdc64-ecda-45fb-bf3d-e7d1d983ac75.jpg?v=1785317914\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49527031267556,"sku":"F03570004GBJ2019","price":260.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_auksinis_maceration_2019_01_735x735_9093affc-1d53-4e36-9051-d722764b0f11.jpg?v=1785317832"},{"product_id":"a855-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-auksinis-maceration-2017-1500ml","title":"[A855] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE AUKSINIS MACERATION 2017 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eAuksinis \"Maceration\" - Auksinis means \"Golden\" in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The macerated version of Auksinis is even deeper in color, gleaming with a vibrant orange hue. This beautiful finish is the result of perfectly ripe grapes, the influence of noble rot, and extended skin contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique Sancerre orange wine is crafted from perfectly ripe, 100% Sauvignon Blanc sourced from vieilles vignes (old vines) over 50 years old, grown on argilo-calcaire (caillottes) soil. This chalky, pebble-rich soil imparts a striking minerality and crisp acidity, beautifully structuring the rich, skin-fermented volume of the fruit without letting it feel heavy. Furthermore, the astringency of the tannins from the skins serves as a great accent, giving a rhythm to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine includes 50% botrytized grapes with a yield of just 20 hl\/ha—one-third of a typical Sancerre and comparable to the prestigious sweet wines of Bordeaux. This remarkably low output is the secret behind the wine's incredible concentration of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation occurs exclusively with indigenous yeasts, during which the juice is macerated with the grape skins for about a week to extract deep complexity and a gentle tannic structure. From vinification to bottling, Sébastien adds no SO2 and opts for zero fining or filtration. While the élevage (aging) requires a lengthy three years, Sébastien explains: \"When zero-SO2 wines degrade rapidly or develop off-flavors after bottling, it is because they were bottled and shipped before reaching natural stability.\" By dedicating an extraordinary amount of time—nearly unheard of for standard wines—Sébastien Riffault's wines achieve profound complexity, harmony, and lasting stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2026\/09\/29\/golden-orange\/\" title=\"Sebastien Riffault Sancerre Auksinis Maceration\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more about this bottle at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_24_800x1200_1bfbd9a1-dd99-4787-8e4c-49f7bc1e694a.jpg?v=1790748447\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49527041818852,"sku":"F03570004GBK2017","price":520.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_auksinis_maceration_2017_mg_01_735x735_e58b6635-a8d4-4b17-ac61-cc96c6c6a6f4.jpg?v=1790748424"},{"product_id":"b322-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-auksinis-maceration-2019-1500ml","title":"[B322] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE AUKSINIS MACERATION 2019 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eAuksinis \"Maceration\" - Auksinis means \"Golden\" in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The macerated version of Auksinis is even deeper in color, gleaming with a vibrant orange hue. This beautiful finish is the result of perfectly ripe grapes, the influence of noble rot, and extended skin contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique Sancerre orange wine is crafted from perfectly ripe, 100% Sauvignon Blanc sourced from vieilles vignes (old vines) over 50 years old, grown on argilo-calcaire (caillottes) soil. This chalky, pebble-rich soil imparts a striking minerality and crisp acidity, beautifully structuring the rich, skin-fermented volume of the fruit without letting it feel heavy. Furthermore, the astringency of the tannins from the skins serves as a great accent, giving a rhythm to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine includes 50% botrytized grapes with a yield of just 20 hl\/ha—one-third of a typical Sancerre and comparable to the prestigious sweet wines of Bordeaux. This remarkably low output is the secret behind the wine's incredible concentration of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation occurs exclusively with indigenous yeasts, during which the juice is macerated with the grape skins for about a week to extract deep complexity and a gentle tannic structure. From vinification to bottling, Sébastien adds no SO2 and opts for zero fining or filtration. While the élevage (aging) requires a lengthy three years, Sébastien explains: \"When zero-SO2 wines degrade rapidly or develop off-flavors after bottling, it is because they were bottled and shipped before reaching natural stability.\" By dedicating an extraordinary amount of time—nearly unheard of for standard wines—Sébastien Riffault's wines achieve profound complexity, harmony, and lasting stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2026\/09\/29\/golden-orange\/\" title=\"Sebastien Riffault Sancerre Auksinis Maceration\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more about this bottle at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49527047651556,"sku":"F03570004GBK2019","price":520.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_auksinis_maceration_2019_mg_01_735x735_d16d43de-c8ee-4593-b607-30842b6c691d.jpg?v=1785318383"},{"product_id":"b326-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-auksinis-maceration-longue-2019-1500ml","title":"[B326] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE AUKSINIS MACERATION LONGUE 2019 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eAuksinis \"Maceration\" - Auksinis means \"Golden\" in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The macerated version of Auksinis is even deeper in color, gleaming with a vibrant orange hue. This beautiful finish is the result of perfectly ripe grapes, the influence of noble rot, and extended skin contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaceration Longue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile the standard Auksinis 'Maceration' undergoes about a week of skin contact, this Auksinis 'Maceration Longue' is macerated whole-cluster in open vats for an extended period of 12 months. This process results in a wine with significantly deeper color and richer, more intense flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique Sancerre orange wine is crafted from perfectly ripe, 100% Sauvignon Blanc sourced from vieilles vignes (old vines) over 50 years old, grown on argilo-calcaire (caillottes) soil. This chalky, pebble-rich soil imparts a striking minerality and crisp acidity, beautifully structuring the rich, skin-fermented volume of the fruit without letting it feel heavy. Furthermore, the astringency of the tannins from the skins serves as a great accent, giving a rhythm to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine includes 50% botrytized grapes with a yield of just 20 hl\/ha—one-third of a typical Sancerre and comparable to the prestigious sweet wines of Bordeaux. This remarkably low output is the secret behind the wine's incredible concentration of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation occurs exclusively with indigenous yeasts, during which the juice is macerated with the grape skins for about a week to extract deep complexity and a gentle tannic structure. From vinification to bottling, Sébastien adds no SO2 and opts for zero fining or filtration. While the élevage (aging) requires a lengthy three years, Sébastien explains: \"When zero-SO2 wines degrade rapidly or develop off-flavors after bottling, it is because they were bottled and shipped before reaching natural stability.\" By dedicating an extraordinary amount of time—nearly unheard of for standard wines—Sébastien Riffault's wines achieve profound complexity, harmony, and lasting stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2026\/09\/29\/golden-orange\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sebastien Riffault Sancerre Auksinis Maceration\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more about this bottle at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_22_490x735_f912a7c8-9dda-4368-8b6c-1975ceed36a0.jpg?v=1785318872\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49527062102244,"sku":"F03570004IBK2019","price":520.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_auksinis_maceration_longue_2019_mg_02_735x735_a4c1e7a5-aefc-477a-9f83-2e26d0dc7fb7.jpg?v=1785318839"},{"product_id":"a169-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-auksinis-2015-1500ml","title":"[A169] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE AUKSINIS 2015 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_18_490x735_5c8a4d16-9fec-44bd-8a43-7c4a97c94d85.jpg?v=1785057313\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuksinis means \"Golden\" in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The wine was named for its radiant amber and deep golden hues, a beautiful result of perfectly ripe grapes, the influence of botrytis, and extended barrel aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sancerre is crafted from perfectly ripe, 100% Sauvignon Blanc sourced from vieilles vignes (old vines) over 50 years old, grown on argilo-calcaire (caillottes) soil. This chalky, pebble-rich soil imparts a striking minerality and crisp acidity to the wine, beautifully structuring the richness of the fully ripe fruit without letting it feel heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine includes 50% botrytized grapes with a yield of just 20 hl\/ha—one-third of a typical Sancerre and comparable to the prestigious sweet wines of Bordeaux. This remarkably low output is the secret behind the wine's incredible concentration of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation occurs exclusively with indigenous yeasts. From vinification to bottling, Sébastien adds no SO2 and opts for zero fining or filtration. While the élevage (aging) requires a lengthy three years, Sébastien explains: \"When zero-SO2 wines degrade rapidly or develop off-flavors after bottling, it is because they were bottled and shipped before reaching natural stability.\" By dedicating an extraordinary amount of time—nearly unheard of for standard wines—Sébastien Riffault's wines achieve profound complexity, harmony, and lasting stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_16_490x735_24ac08fe-f042-47c7-b041-9c2831c42126.jpg?v=1785238245\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49527880122596,"sku":"F03570004CBK2015","price":480.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_auksinis_2015_mg_01_735x735_7d8cc6fe-d61c-493a-81d4-b7d4388efa19.jpg?v=1785322688"},{"product_id":"a485-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-auksinis-2016-1500ml","title":"[A485] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE AUKSINIS 2016 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_18_490x735_5c8a4d16-9fec-44bd-8a43-7c4a97c94d85.jpg?v=1785057313\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuksinis means \"Golden\" in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The wine was named for its radiant amber and deep golden hues, a beautiful result of perfectly ripe grapes, the influence of botrytis, and extended barrel aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sancerre is crafted from perfectly ripe, 100% Sauvignon Blanc sourced from vieilles vignes (old vines) over 50 years old, grown on argilo-calcaire (caillottes) soil. This chalky, pebble-rich soil imparts a striking minerality and crisp acidity to the wine, beautifully structuring the richness of the fully ripe fruit without letting it feel heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine includes 50% botrytized grapes with a yield of just 20 hl\/ha—one-third of a typical Sancerre and comparable to the prestigious sweet wines of Bordeaux. This remarkably low output is the secret behind the wine's incredible concentration of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation occurs exclusively with indigenous yeasts. From vinification to bottling, Sébastien adds no SO2 and opts for zero fining or filtration. While the élevage (aging) requires a lengthy three years, Sébastien explains: \"When zero-SO2 wines degrade rapidly or develop off-flavors after bottling, it is because they were bottled and shipped before reaching natural stability.\" By dedicating an extraordinary amount of time—nearly unheard of for standard wines—Sébastien Riffault's wines achieve profound complexity, harmony, and lasting stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49527882219748,"sku":"F03570004CBK2016","price":480.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_auksinis_2016_mg_01_735x735_a066f097-0931-47c1-953f-e8465a4a9872.jpg?v=1785322861"},{"product_id":"b320-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-auksinis-2019-1500ml","title":"[B320] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE AUKSINIS 2019 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_18_490x735_5c8a4d16-9fec-44bd-8a43-7c4a97c94d85.jpg?v=1785057313\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuksinis means \"Golden\" in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The wine was named for its radiant amber and deep golden hues, a beautiful result of perfectly ripe grapes, the influence of botrytis, and extended barrel aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sancerre is crafted from perfectly ripe, 100% Sauvignon Blanc sourced from vieilles vignes (old vines) over 50 years old, grown on argilo-calcaire (caillottes) soil. This chalky, pebble-rich soil imparts a striking minerality and crisp acidity to the wine, beautifully structuring the richness of the fully ripe fruit without letting it feel heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine includes 50% botrytized grapes with a yield of just 20 hl\/ha—one-third of a typical Sancerre and comparable to the prestigious sweet wines of Bordeaux. This remarkably low output is the secret behind the wine's incredible concentration of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation occurs exclusively with indigenous yeasts. From vinification to bottling, Sébastien adds no SO2 and opts for zero fining or filtration. While the élevage (aging) requires a lengthy three years, Sébastien explains: \"When zero-SO2 wines degrade rapidly or develop off-flavors after bottling, it is because they were bottled and shipped before reaching natural stability.\" By dedicating an extraordinary amount of time—nearly unheard of for standard wines—Sébastien Riffault's wines achieve profound complexity, harmony, and lasting stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49527925178596,"sku":"F03570004CBK2019","price":480.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_auksinis_2019_mg_01_735x735_0693e69e-c14a-44d7-af02-b19724e5b7d5.jpg?v=1785323657"},{"product_id":"b324-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-auksinis-tardif-2017-750ml","title":"[B324] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE AUKSINIS TARDIF 2017 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_17_490x735_03b2e586-f250-44e8-8d16-52cdb1cec46f.jpg?v=1785403505\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuksinis Tardif\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuksinis Tardif (Tardif meaning late harvest) boasts a high ratio of botrytized grapes among the Auksinis series created by Sébastien Riffault. It is a special wine that focuses on 'extreme late harvest and noble rot,' making it different from the regular Auksinis or its maceration versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the regular Auksinis, the proportion of botrytized grapes is about 50%, but this Tardif is made with almost 100% (about 90–100% depending on the vintage). The harvest is delayed by an additional three to four weeks, leaving the grapes in the vineyard until early November and waiting until they are completely botrytized. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yield is a mere 5 hl\/ha. To put this in perspective, Château d'Yquem in Sauternes yields around 10 hl\/ha and Romanée-Conti around 25 hl\/ha, which perfectly illustrates just how crazy this figure is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile such wines are famous as 'Sélection de Grains Nobles' in the Alsace region—which are very sweet dessert wines—Sébastien Riffault's Tardif aims for a dry wine by completely fermenting the massive amount of sugar using native yeasts. That said, due to the intensely concentrated fruit and the flavor of noble rot, you can still perceive a considerable amount of sweetness.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuksinis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuksinis means \"Golden\" in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The wine was named for its radiant amber and deep golden hues, a beautiful result of perfectly ripe grapes, the influence of botrytis, and extended barrel aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sancerre is crafted from perfectly ripe, 100% Sauvignon Blanc sourced from vieilles vignes (old vines) over 50 years old, grown on argilo-calcaire (caillottes) soil. This chalky, pebble-rich soil imparts a striking minerality and crisp acidity to the wine, beautifully structuring the richness of the fully ripe fruit without letting it feel heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation occurs exclusively with indigenous yeasts. From vinification to bottling, Sébastien adds no SO2 and opts for zero fining or filtration. While the élevage (aging) requires a lengthy three years, Sébastien explains: \"When zero-SO2 wines degrade rapidly or develop off-flavors after bottling, it is because they were bottled and shipped before reaching natural stability.\" By dedicating an extraordinary amount of time—nearly unheard of for standard wines—Sébastien Riffault's wines achieve profound complexity, harmony, and lasting stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_21_490x735_7cb3667d-0634-47bf-937b-1bb78b2a5cc3.jpg?v=1785392405\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49534364287204,"sku":"F03570004JBJ2017","price":480.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_auksinis_tardif_2017_01_735x735_a0f465a0-594d-413a-b701-f6db8f9fe801.jpg?v=1785392228"},{"product_id":"b325-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-auksinis-maceration-tardive-2017-750ml","title":"[B325] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE AUKSINIS MACERATION TARDIVE 2017 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_17_490x735_03b2e586-f250-44e8-8d16-52cdb1cec46f.jpg?v=1785403505\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuksinis Maceration Tardive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA macerated version of Auksinis Tardif also exists—a rare wine that combines botrytized grapes with skin contact. While the standard 'Tardif' undergoes immediate pressing after harvest to ferment the juice alone, this 'Maceration Tardive' involves macerating the nearly 100% botrytized grapes with their skins and seeds inside the oak vats. We have never heard of any other wine quite like this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuksinis Tardif\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuksinis Tardif (Tardif meaning late harvest) boasts a high ratio of botrytized grapes among the Auksinis series created by Sébastien Riffault. It is a special wine that focuses on 'extreme late harvest and noble rot,' making it different from the regular Auksinis or its maceration versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the regular Auksinis, the proportion of botrytized grapes is about 50%, but this Tardif is made with almost 100% (about 90–100% depending on the vintage). The harvest is delayed by an additional three to four weeks, leaving the grapes in the vineyard until early November and waiting until they are completely botrytized. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yield is a mere 5 hl\/ha. To put this in perspective, Château d'Yquem in Sauternes yields around 10 hl\/ha and Romanée-Conti around 25 hl\/ha, which perfectly illustrates just how crazy this figure is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile such wines are famous as 'Sélection de Grains Nobles' in the Alsace region—which are very sweet dessert wines—Sébastien Riffault's Tardif aims for a dry wine by completely fermenting the massive amount of sugar using native yeasts. That said, due to the intensely concentrated fruit and the flavor of noble rot, you can still perceive a considerable amount of sweetness.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuksinis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuksinis means \"Golden\" in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The wine was named for its radiant amber and deep golden hues, a beautiful result of perfectly ripe grapes, the influence of botrytis, and extended barrel aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sancerre is crafted from perfectly ripe, 100% Sauvignon Blanc sourced from vieilles vignes (old vines) over 50 years old, grown on argilo-calcaire (caillottes) soil. This chalky, pebble-rich soil imparts a striking minerality and crisp acidity to the wine, beautifully structuring the richness of the fully ripe fruit without letting it feel heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation occurs exclusively with indigenous yeasts. From vinification to bottling, Sébastien adds no SO2 and opts for zero fining or filtration. While the élevage (aging) requires a lengthy three years, Sébastien explains: \"When zero-SO2 wines degrade rapidly or develop off-flavors after bottling, it is because they were bottled and shipped before reaching natural stability.\" By dedicating an extraordinary amount of time—nearly unheard of for standard wines—Sébastien Riffault's wines achieve profound complexity, harmony, and lasting stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_21_490x735_7cb3667d-0634-47bf-937b-1bb78b2a5cc3.jpg?v=1785392405\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49536021430500,"sku":"F03570004KBJ2017","price":480.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_auksinis_maceration_tardif_2017_01_735x735_52173dfc-12c6-414c-a18d-caa7c78cbfdc.jpg?v=1785405080"},{"product_id":"6952-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-sauletas-2013-750ml","title":"[6952] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE SAULETAS 2013 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_18_490x735_5c8a4d16-9fec-44bd-8a43-7c4a97c94d85.jpg?v=1785057313\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSauletas \u003c\/strong\u003emeans 'sunlight' in Lithuanian, the homeland of Sébastien’s wife. This cuvée is crafted from Sauvignon Blanc grown on sun-drenched, steep south-to-southeast-facing slopes (with a 35% incline) featuring Kimmeridgian soils. To preserve the microbial ecosystem and prevent soil compaction, the vineyards are plowed by horse rather than tractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamous in regions like Chablis and Champagne, Kimmeridgian is a chalky clay-limestone soil embedded with ancient fossilized oyster shells, imparting a striking minerality and firm structure to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpanning just one hectare, the vines are over 50 years old. Like his other cuvées, the Sauvignon Blanc is harvested with a ratio of 50% fully ripe grapes and 50% botrytized fruit. Yields are restricted to 20 hl\/ha—less than a third of the standard Sancerre regulation (approx. 60–65 hl\/ha).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation and aging are carried out slowly with native yeasts over at least three years on the lees (sur lie)—consisting of 24 months in stainless steel tanks followed by 12 months in old oak barrels (or up to 36 months in old oak depending on the vintage). Naturally, the wine is bottled with zero added SO2 and without filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltimately, the noble rot infuses the wine with a uniquely dense texture and honeyed aromas, which combine with the Kimmeridgian minerality to create a truly singular wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_05_490x735_6e5c3bac-612e-46b7-a1ac-e7ffda40bfe7.jpg?v=1785406938\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49536523731172,"sku":"F03570004DBJ2013","price":240.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_sauletas_2013_01_735x735_bcfd8e9f-a048-42ea-8a5b-11e2008833b3.jpg?v=1785406771"},{"product_id":"4698-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-sauletas-2014-750ml","title":"[4698] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE SAULETAS 2014 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_18_490x735_5c8a4d16-9fec-44bd-8a43-7c4a97c94d85.jpg?v=1785057313\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSauletas \u003c\/strong\u003emeans 'sunlight' in Lithuanian, the homeland of Sébastien’s wife. This cuvée is crafted from Sauvignon Blanc grown on sun-drenched, steep south-to-southeast-facing slopes (with a 35% incline) featuring Kimmeridgian soils. To preserve the microbial ecosystem and prevent soil compaction, the vineyards are plowed by horse rather than tractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamous in regions like Chablis and Champagne, Kimmeridgian is a chalky clay-limestone soil embedded with ancient fossilized oyster shells, imparting a striking minerality and firm structure to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpanning just one hectare, the vines are over 50 years old. Like his other cuvées, the Sauvignon Blanc is harvested with a ratio of 50% fully ripe grapes and 50% botrytized fruit. Yields are restricted to 20 hl\/ha—less than a third of the standard Sancerre regulation (approx. 60–65 hl\/ha).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation and aging are carried out slowly with native yeasts over at least three years on the lees (sur lie)—consisting of 24 months in stainless steel tanks followed by 12 months in old oak barrels (or up to 36 months in old oak depending on the vintage). Naturally, the wine is bottled with zero added SO2 and without filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltimately, the noble rot infuses the wine with a uniquely dense texture and honeyed aromas, which combine with the Kimmeridgian minerality to create a truly singular wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_05_490x735_6e5c3bac-612e-46b7-a1ac-e7ffda40bfe7.jpg?v=1785406938\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49536753729764,"sku":"F03570004DBJ2014","price":240.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_sauletas_2014_01_735x735_76efa1f4-96da-4149-b1d4-71c32e46c49c.jpg?v=1785408064"},{"product_id":"a166-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-sauletas-2015-750ml","title":"[A166] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE SAULETAS 2015 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_18_490x735_5c8a4d16-9fec-44bd-8a43-7c4a97c94d85.jpg?v=1785057313\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSauletas \u003c\/strong\u003emeans 'sunlight' in Lithuanian, the homeland of Sébastien’s wife. This cuvée is crafted from Sauvignon Blanc grown on sun-drenched, steep south-to-southeast-facing slopes (with a 35% incline) featuring Kimmeridgian soils. To preserve the microbial ecosystem and prevent soil compaction, the vineyards are plowed by horse rather than tractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamous in regions like Chablis and Champagne, Kimmeridgian is a chalky clay-limestone soil embedded with ancient fossilized oyster shells, imparting a striking minerality and firm structure to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpanning just one hectare, the vines are over 50 years old. Like his other cuvées, the Sauvignon Blanc is harvested with a ratio of 50% fully ripe grapes and 50% botrytized fruit. Yields are restricted to 20 hl\/ha—less than a third of the standard Sancerre regulation (approx. 60–65 hl\/ha).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation and aging are carried out slowly with native yeasts over at least three years on the lees (sur lie)—consisting of 24 months in stainless steel tanks followed by 12 months in old oak barrels (or up to 36 months in old oak depending on the vintage). Naturally, the wine is bottled with zero added SO2 and without filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltimately, the noble rot infuses the wine with a uniquely dense texture and honeyed aromas, which combine with the Kimmeridgian minerality to create a truly singular wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_05_490x735_6e5c3bac-612e-46b7-a1ac-e7ffda40bfe7.jpg?v=1785406938\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49536785547492,"sku":"F03570004DBJ2015","price":240.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_sauletas_2015_01_735x735_fffa7aac-2901-49f7-9095-399aecb7300b.jpg?v=1785408181"},{"product_id":"a850-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-sauletas-2017-750ml","title":"[A850] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE SAULETAS 2017 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_18_490x735_5c8a4d16-9fec-44bd-8a43-7c4a97c94d85.jpg?v=1785057313\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSauletas \u003c\/strong\u003emeans 'sunlight' in Lithuanian, the homeland of Sébastien’s wife. This cuvée is crafted from Sauvignon Blanc grown on sun-drenched, steep south-to-southeast-facing slopes (with a 35% incline) featuring Kimmeridgian soils. To preserve the microbial ecosystem and prevent soil compaction, the vineyards are plowed by horse rather than tractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamous in regions like Chablis and Champagne, Kimmeridgian is a chalky clay-limestone soil embedded with ancient fossilized oyster shells, imparting a striking minerality and firm structure to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpanning just one hectare, the vines are over 50 years old. Like his other cuvées, the Sauvignon Blanc is harvested with a ratio of 50% fully ripe grapes and 50% botrytized fruit. Yields are restricted to 20 hl\/ha—less than a third of the standard Sancerre regulation (approx. 60–65 hl\/ha).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation and aging are carried out slowly with native yeasts over at least three years on the lees (sur lie)—consisting of 24 months in stainless steel tanks followed by 12 months in old oak barrels (or up to 36 months in old oak depending on the vintage). Naturally, the wine is bottled with zero added SO2 and without filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltimately, the noble rot infuses the wine with a uniquely dense texture and honeyed aromas, which combine with the Kimmeridgian minerality to create a truly singular wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_05_490x735_6e5c3bac-612e-46b7-a1ac-e7ffda40bfe7.jpg?v=1785406938\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49536797212900,"sku":"F03570004DBJ2017","price":240.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_sauletas_2017_01_735x735_cb8a19f4-6fd9-4caf-80cf-ce0b98907334.jpg?v=1785408390"},{"product_id":"a168-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-raudonas-2015-750ml","title":"[A168] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE RAUDONAS 2015 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_18_490x735_5c8a4d16-9fec-44bd-8a43-7c4a97c94d85.jpg?v=1785057313\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaudonas means 'red' in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. This is also a truly unique wine, just like his other cuvées. It is the only red wine by Sébastien Riffault, made from Pinot Noir with noble rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard faces south and is situated on a steep slope with a 30% incline, and the soil is argilo-calcaire, a clay-limestone soil called caillottes. Here again, to protect the ecosystem of microorganisms and the softness of the soil, the vineyard is plowed in a traditional way using horses instead of tractors. From plots with an average vine age of over 40 years, the harvest is delayed to the absolute limit compared to normal Pinot Noir, and the grapes are hand-picked at a ratio of 60% fully ripe grapes and 40% botrytized grapes—a proportion unthinkable for a red wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe basics of the vinification method are whole-cluster fermentation, maceration, and no added SO2, but the choice of barrels or stainless steel tanks and the period of élevage seem to change flexibly depending on the vintage to counter volatile acidity. At the time of bottling, like his other cuvées, it is completely without added SO2, unfiltered, and unfined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImmediately after release, it comes with a slight turbidity derived from the non-filter, but it increases in transparency as it undergoes bottle aging. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma features vivid red fruit notes of red plum, cranberry, and cherry, layered with dried fig and raisin derived from noble rot. From underneath, complex earthy nuances typical of matured Pinot Noir, such as mushroom, forest floor, cinnamon, and clove, are superimposed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe attack is soft and has an extract-like feeling, but a small amount of volatile acidity works in a good direction, giving tension to the wine. (Whether one considers brett and volatile acidity as absolute flaws or views them positively as accents if they are moderate varies from person to person, but here we believe it works in a good way.) Its delicate taste and the seeping umami are its charms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may be unexpected, but we recommend drinking it kept at a low temperature, or rather, chilled. A small, thin glass is recommended, and decanting should not be done. It is not a wine that opens up over several hours after opening the bottle. It is a wine to admire a momentary, fragile, and transient beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_12_490x735_96d9e965-0a62-4081-a6a6-cddf3309d7d6.jpg?v=1785489986\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49548385550564,"sku":"F03570004HAJ2015","price":220.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_raudonas_2015_01_735x735_4cc64285-8958-4123-b437-3d349ef4b574.jpg?v=1785489823"},{"product_id":"a171-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-raudonas-2015-1500ml","title":"[A171] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE RAUDONAS 2015 1500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_18_490x735_5c8a4d16-9fec-44bd-8a43-7c4a97c94d85.jpg?v=1785057313\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaudonas means 'red' in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. This is also a truly unique wine, just like his other cuvées. It is the only red wine by Sébastien Riffault, made from Pinot Noir with noble rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard faces south and is situated on a steep slope with a 30% incline, and the soil is argilo-calcaire, a clay-limestone soil called caillottes. Here again, to protect the ecosystem of microorganisms and the softness of the soil, the vineyard is plowed in a traditional way using horses instead of tractors. From plots with an average vine age of over 40 years, the harvest is delayed to the absolute limit compared to normal Pinot Noir, and the grapes are hand-picked at a ratio of 60% fully ripe grapes and 40% botrytized grapes—a proportion unthinkable for a red wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe basics of the vinification method are whole-cluster fermentation, maceration, and no added SO2, but the choice of barrels or stainless steel tanks and the period of élevage seem to change flexibly depending on the vintage to counter volatile acidity. At the time of bottling, like his other cuvées, it is completely without added SO2, unfiltered, and unfined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImmediately after release, it comes with a slight turbidity derived from the non-filter, but it increases in transparency as it undergoes bottle aging. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma features vivid red fruit notes of red plum, cranberry, and cherry, layered with dried fig and raisin derived from noble rot. From underneath, complex earthy nuances typical of matured Pinot Noir, such as mushroom, forest floor, cinnamon, and clove, are superimposed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe attack is soft and has an extract-like feeling, but a small amount of volatile acidity works in a good direction, giving tension to the wine. (Whether one considers brett and volatile acidity as absolute flaws or views them positively as accents if they are moderate varies from person to person, but here we believe it works in a good way.) Its delicate taste and the seeping umami are its charms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may be unexpected, but we recommend drinking it kept at a low temperature, or rather, chilled. A small, thin glass is recommended, and decanting should not be done. It is not a wine that opens up over several hours after opening the bottle. It is a wine to admire a momentary, fragile, and transient beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_12_490x735_96d9e965-0a62-4081-a6a6-cddf3309d7d6.jpg?v=1785489986\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49548588843236,"sku":"F03570004HAK2015","price":440.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_raudonas_2015_mg_01_735x735_a39a9a73-6491-4640-a58f-1c23dff8f9b8.jpg?v=1785490191"},{"product_id":"a483-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-raudonas-2016-750ml","title":"[A483] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE RAUDONAS 2016 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_18_490x735_5c8a4d16-9fec-44bd-8a43-7c4a97c94d85.jpg?v=1785057313\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaudonas means 'red' in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. This is also a truly unique wine, just like his other cuvées. It is the only red wine by Sébastien Riffault, made from Pinot Noir with noble rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard faces south and is situated on a steep slope with a 30% incline, and the soil is argilo-calcaire, a clay-limestone soil called caillottes. Here again, to protect the ecosystem of microorganisms and the softness of the soil, the vineyard is plowed in a traditional way using horses instead of tractors. From plots with an average vine age of over 40 years, the harvest is delayed to the absolute limit compared to normal Pinot Noir, and the grapes are hand-picked at a ratio of 60% fully ripe grapes and 40% botrytized grapes—a proportion unthinkable for a red wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe basics of the vinification method are whole-cluster fermentation, maceration, and no added SO2, but the choice of barrels or stainless steel tanks and the period of élevage seem to change flexibly depending on the vintage to counter volatile acidity. At the time of bottling, like his other cuvées, it is completely without added SO2, unfiltered, and unfined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImmediately after release, it comes with a slight turbidity derived from the non-filter, but it increases in transparency as it undergoes bottle aging. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma features vivid red fruit notes of red plum, cranberry, and cherry, layered with dried fig and raisin derived from noble rot. From underneath, complex earthy nuances typical of matured Pinot Noir, such as mushroom, forest floor, cinnamon, and clove, are superimposed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe attack is soft and has an extract-like feeling, but a small amount of volatile acidity works in a good direction, giving tension to the wine. (Whether one considers brett and volatile acidity as absolute flaws or views them positively as accents if they are moderate varies from person to person, but here we believe it works in a good way.) Its delicate taste and the seeping umami are its charms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may be unexpected, but we recommend drinking it kept at a low temperature, or rather, chilled. A small, thin glass is recommended, and decanting should not be done. It is not a wine that opens up over several hours after opening the bottle. It is a wine to admire a momentary, fragile, and transient beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_12_490x735_96d9e965-0a62-4081-a6a6-cddf3309d7d6.jpg?v=1785489986\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49548652314852,"sku":"F03570004HAJ2016","price":220.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_raudonas_2016_01_735x735_ecd75aee-5fa4-45cb-8b5a-495e932f0252.jpg?v=1785490326"},{"product_id":"4699-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-skeveldra-2014-750ml","title":"[4699] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE SKEVELDRA 2014 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_horse_01_800x1200_bee053b6-d328-457e-9845-69ddd462cd0a.jpg?v=1785493258\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkeveldra means 'stone fragment' or 'splinter' in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The name is derived from the flint shards scattered across the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cuvée is crafted from Sauvignon Blanc vines over 50 years of age, rooted in a steep south-to-southwest-facing slope (with a 35% incline) where the clay soil is exceptionally rich in silex (flint). Silex soil bestows a striking smokiness and a linear, razor-sharp backbone upon the wine. To maintain soil softness and protect the delicate microbial ecosystem, this parcel is also plowed by horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn line with his other cuvées, the fruit is late-harvested at a ratio of 50% fully ripe grapes and 50% botrytized fruit. Yields are restricted to 20 hl\/ha—well under Sancerre’s standard allowance of 65 hl\/ha (with a maximum of 75 hl\/ha)—beautifully concentrating the core extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf Auksinis is defined by richness, and Sauletas by structure, then Skeveldra can be best described as complexity. Sébastien intentionally embraces an oxidative style, masterfully weaving together the flint-driven mineral tension and the intricate layers of botrytis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation is carried out exclusively with native yeasts and zero added sulfur. The wine is fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks for 24 months, then transferred to old oak barrels for an additional 12 months of maturation on the lees (sur lie). Following this patient 36-month (3-year) journey, it is bottled unfiltered and with no SO2 added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the vintage, the wine shows an amber or pale orange hue. Intense aromas of quince, osmanthus, orange peel, and compote interlock with the distinct, smoky flint characters of the silex soil. On the palate, a savory wave of ripe apple-like flavor expands, yet a vibrant acidity and intense minerality provide a multi-dimensional structure. There is absolutely none of the 'tired' or fatigued quality often associated with oxidatively aged wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_23_490x735_995bc527-37de-44e0-9a9c-5d48141ad45b.jpg?v=1785493107\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49549218906340,"sku":"F03570004EBJ2014","price":240.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_skeveldra_2014_01_735x735_54efc666-7d51-4517-877b-548a560b66d6.jpg?v=1785493005"},{"product_id":"a167-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-skeveldra-2015-750ml","title":"[A167] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE SKEVELDRA 2015 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_horse_01_800x1200_bee053b6-d328-457e-9845-69ddd462cd0a.jpg?v=1785493258\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkeveldra means 'stone fragment' or 'splinter' in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The name is derived from the flint shards scattered across the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cuvée is crafted from Sauvignon Blanc vines over 50 years of age, rooted in a steep south-to-southwest-facing slope (with a 35% incline) where the clay soil is exceptionally rich in silex (flint). Silex soil bestows a striking smokiness and a linear, razor-sharp backbone upon the wine. To maintain soil softness and protect the delicate microbial ecosystem, this parcel is also plowed by horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn line with his other cuvées, the fruit is late-harvested at a ratio of 50% fully ripe grapes and 50% botrytized fruit. Yields are restricted to 20 hl\/ha—well under Sancerre’s standard allowance of 65 hl\/ha (with a maximum of 75 hl\/ha)—beautifully concentrating the core extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf Auksinis is defined by richness, and Sauletas by structure, then Skeveldra can be best described as complexity. Sébastien intentionally embraces an oxidative style, masterfully weaving together the flint-driven mineral tension and the intricate layers of botrytis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation is carried out exclusively with native yeasts and zero added sulfur. The wine is fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks for 24 months, then transferred to old oak barrels for an additional 12 months of maturation on the lees (sur lie). Following this patient 36-month (3-year) journey, it is bottled unfiltered and with no SO2 added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the vintage, the wine shows an amber or pale orange hue. Intense aromas of quince, osmanthus, orange peel, and compote interlock with the distinct, smoky flint characters of the silex soil. On the palate, a savory wave of ripe apple-like flavor expands, yet a vibrant acidity and intense minerality provide a multi-dimensional structure. There is absolutely none of the 'tired' or fatigued quality often associated with oxidatively aged wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_23_490x735_995bc527-37de-44e0-9a9c-5d48141ad45b.jpg?v=1785493107\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49549269041380,"sku":"F03570004EBJ2015","price":0.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_skeveldra_2015_01_735x735_39333215-b8b6-4eab-aa6a-42716bfb1b68.jpg?v=1785493456"},{"product_id":"a482-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-skeveldra-2016-750ml","title":"[A482] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE SKEVELDRA 2016 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_horse_01_800x1200_bee053b6-d328-457e-9845-69ddd462cd0a.jpg?v=1785493258\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkeveldra means 'stone fragment' or 'splinter' in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The name is derived from the flint shards scattered across the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cuvée is crafted from Sauvignon Blanc vines over 50 years of age, rooted in a steep south-to-southwest-facing slope (with a 35% incline) where the clay soil is exceptionally rich in silex (flint). Silex soil bestows a striking smokiness and a linear, razor-sharp backbone upon the wine. To maintain soil softness and protect the delicate microbial ecosystem, this parcel is also plowed by horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn line with his other cuvées, the fruit is late-harvested at a ratio of 50% fully ripe grapes and 50% botrytized fruit. Yields are restricted to 20 hl\/ha—well under Sancerre’s standard allowance of 65 hl\/ha (with a maximum of 75 hl\/ha)—beautifully concentrating the core extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf Auksinis is defined by richness, and Sauletas by structure, then Skeveldra can be best described as complexity. Sébastien intentionally embraces an oxidative style, masterfully weaving together the flint-driven mineral tension and the intricate layers of botrytis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation is carried out exclusively with native yeasts and zero added sulfur. The wine is fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks for 24 months, then transferred to old oak barrels for an additional 12 months of maturation on the lees (sur lie). Following this patient 36-month (3-year) journey, it is bottled unfiltered and with no SO2 added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the vintage, the wine shows an amber or pale orange hue. Intense aromas of quince, osmanthus, orange peel, and compote interlock with the distinct, smoky flint characters of the silex soil. On the palate, a savory wave of ripe apple-like flavor expands, yet a vibrant acidity and intense minerality provide a multi-dimensional structure. There is absolutely none of the 'tired' or fatigued quality often associated with oxidatively aged wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". (from NATURAL WINE \/ Isabelle Legeron MW)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinetsake.wordpress.com\/2024\/07\/25\/four-key-elements-to-enjoy-wine\/\" title=\"Sébastien Riffault Sancerre\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;Read more stories at the News Archive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_banner_23_490x735_995bc527-37de-44e0-9a9c-5d48141ad45b.jpg?v=1785493107\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vin et Saké Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49549282967780,"sku":"F03570004EBJ2016","price":0.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_sancerre_skeveldra_2016_01_735x735_ebd44365-f260-4ed3-8071-989130318859.jpg?v=1785493752"},{"product_id":"b319-sebastien-riffault-sancerre-skeveldra-2019-750ml","title":"[B319] SEBASTIEN RIFFAULT SANCERRE SKEVELDRA 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/9728\/2020\/files\/sebastien_riffault_horse_01_800x1200_bee053b6-d328-457e-9845-69ddd462cd0a.jpg?v=1785493258\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkeveldra means 'stone fragment' or 'splinter' in Lithuanian, the native language of Sébastien’s wife. The name is derived from the flint shards scattered across the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cuvée is crafted from Sauvignon Blanc vines over 50 years of age, rooted in a steep south-to-southwest-facing slope (with a 35% incline) where the clay soil is exceptionally rich in silex (flint). Silex soil bestows a striking smokiness and a linear, razor-sharp backbone upon the wine. To maintain soil softness and protect the delicate microbial ecosystem, this parcel is also plowed by horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn line with his other cuvées, the fruit is late-harvested at a ratio of 50% fully ripe grapes and 50% botrytized fruit. Yields are restricted to 20 hl\/ha—well under Sancerre’s standard allowance of 65 hl\/ha (with a maximum of 75 hl\/ha)—beautifully concentrating the core extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf Auksinis is defined by richness, and Sauletas by structure, then Skeveldra can be best described as complexity. Sébastien intentionally embraces an oxidative style, masterfully weaving together the flint-driven mineral tension and the intricate layers of botrytis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation is carried out exclusively with native yeasts and zero added sulfur. The wine is fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks for 24 months, then transferred to old oak barrels for an additional 12 months of maturation on the lees (sur lie). Following this patient 36-month (3-year) journey, it is bottled unfiltered and with no SO2 added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the vintage, the wine shows an amber or pale orange hue. Intense aromas of quince, osmanthus, orange peel, and compote interlock with the distinct, smoky flint characters of the silex soil. On the palate, a savory wave of ripe apple-like flavor expands, yet a vibrant acidity and intense minerality provide a multi-dimensional structure. There is absolutely none of the 'tired' or fatigued quality often associated with oxidatively aged wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eUnlike any Sancerre you have tasted before, but by far the best. A meditative, opulent wine also has an underlying mineral nerve that roots it firmly in the chalky hills of Sancerre\". 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