While the perception is that outstanding French wines are becoming more and more dear and unobtainable, you clever wine bargain sleuths know that with a little extra work one can enjoy the greatness of the French grape without financial regret!  In that light, this month’s Worth a Splurge Wine is the 2011 Saget La Perriere Pouilly-Fume Le Domaine.  This delicious French import eminates from the Loire region.  The Saget La Perriere is primarily based upon Sauvignon Blanc, unlike the similar-sounding Pouilly-Fuisse wines from Burgundy which are primarily made of Chardonnay.  This highly complex white is definitely a food-friendly wine, and would pair wonderfully with grilled fish or even a cedar-plank salmon.  The 2011 Le Domaine is a rich, balanced white which rewards one with a creamy lemon curd impression, followed with yellow apple fruit flavors and a rich minerality.  With a little time in your glass, the Saget La Perriere seems to gain body and substance, treating you to a long, sexy finish that lingers for a surprisingly long time. Apparently Wine Spectator shares the favorable impression of your humble Wine Bargain Sleuth, awarding this terrific Pouilly-Fume with an outstanding 92, and remarking that the wine “has a lovely mouthfeel.”  If you are one that doesn’t view white wines as particularly luxurious, this white will likely change your mindset.  The 2011 Saget La Perriere is available for $35 and is definitely worth the splurge for a special occasion.

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