Francois Crochet Sancerre 2025

Balancing crispness with lively acidity, this wine has intensity as well as freshness. Touches of mango and kiwi go with the tighter citrus tang. Organic.

Known as one of the top producers in Sancerre, François has long been adept at handling Pinot Noir — he studied in Beaune before interning with Bruno Clair in Marsannay. His whites, which include many single-vineyard cuvées, are first-rate, too.