2024 Domaine Henri Bourgeois Menetou-Salon Blanc

Winery Domaine Henri Bourgeois

Domaine Henri Bourgeois is a family business with a long history in Chavignol, in the heart of the Loire. The tenth generation is now at the helm, and the focus is on terroir and precision. The estate has made a name for itself with its Sancerres, but also produces wines in surrounding appellations such as Menetou-Salon. Here, the same philosophy remains central: pure, fresh, and balanced wines that clearly show their origin. Sustainability and attention to soil and biodiversity play an important role in the estate's approach. More information about this winery can be found under the Winery tab.

Region, climate and location

Menetou-Salon is located west of Sancerre and shares many similarities with this well-known appellation. The climate is temperate with sufficient sunshine and cool nights, ensuring a long growing season and the preservation of freshness in the grapes. However, the soils differ slightly in composition. In Menetou-Salon, calcareous clay soils dominate, which are richer and more fertile than the stonier soils of Sancerre. This results in wines that are slightly rounder and more accessible, with a distinct elegance and a beautiful fruit profile. The 2024 vintage displays a fresh and clean style, with a good balance between ripeness and tension.

Vineyards and grape varieties

This wine is made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc, sourced from plots with calcareous clay soils. These soils provide a combination of structure and freshness, with sufficient nutrients for the vines to develop a ripe and expressive fruit profile. The vineyards are carefully managed, with a focus on low yields and healthy grapes, which contributes to the purity and precision of the wine.

Harvest, vinification and aging

After the harvest, the grapes are gently pressed to preserve aromatic freshness. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, aimed at preserving the pure fruit character. Subsequently, the wine ages for several months on the fine lees, which provides extra roundness and a slightly creamy mouthfeel, without losing its fresh style. This approach yields a wine that is both lively and accessible.

Color, smell and taste

In the glass, the wine has a clear, light yellow color. The nose is fresh and inviting, with notes of citrus, white fruit, and subtle floral accents. On the palate, the elegance of the appellation clearly comes to the fore. The wine is fresh and lively, with a beautiful balance between juicy fruit and an invigorating acidic structure. The texture is slightly rounded due to aging on the fine lees, which provides extra softness without sacrificing tension. The finish is clean, fresh, and pleasantly drinkable, with a light minerality that rounds off the whole beautifully.

Development and drinking window

This Menetou-Salon is made to be drunk young and is at its best in the first few years after the harvest. The drinking window is between 2025 and 2028. During this period, the wine retains its fresh fruit character and lively acidity, which are characteristic of this style.

Summary of professional reviews

No specific scores have currently been published for this wine. The style is characterized by freshness, elegance, and a pure fruit profile, with a good balance between tension and roundness. It is a classic example of Sauvignon Blanc from Menetou-Salon, with an accessible and refined structure. The full review texts can be found in the tab: Professional reviews.

Wine & Food Pairing and Discount

If available, you will find the official factsheet and additional information about this fine wine in the 'Attachments' tab. We will automatically send these to you upon ordering this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you come to collect the wine, you will often receive a nice discount. You will see your discount immediately when you select 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht, situated almost next to the A16 with ample parking. Click here for our address.

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