2024 Domaine Henri Bourgeois Sancerre Blanc Les Baronnes

Domaine Henri Bourgeois is located in Chavignol, where 60 years ago the estate covered 2 hectares. The tenth generation of the family business now owns 65 hectares, which provide grapes for half of the wines produced. The family also has a property in the Marlborough region of New Zealand and even bottles some of their spicy Sancerre wines. The top Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé wines are aged in oak barrels.

The terroirs of Sancerre are as diverse as the wines they produce. Les Baronnes is a prime example. This delicious Sancerre is made from grapes grown in vineyards between Chavignol and Sancerre. These vineyards have a subsoil composed of clay and limestone, approximately two-thirds of which is clay and one-third limestone. This results in wines with a lively and fruity character, with typical fruity Sauvignon aromas. This is taken into account during the winemaking process, with fermentation at a low temperature, between 15 and 18 degrees Celsius. This is followed by aging on fine lees, which gives it a beautifully ripe and rich character. The epitome of a classic Sancerre, a perfect example of Sauvignon Blanc, in a unique, mouth-filling, and powerful style.

A delicious Sancerre from Henri Bourgeois, so quality is assured. The old vines, over 30 years old, give the wine its concentration. In the glass, this Sauvignon Blanc has a light, fresh color with golden hues. On the nose, we detect the typical notes of a good Sancerre, such as pineapple, grapefruit, white flowers, passion fruit, and a touch of citrus. This is a superbly fruity, aromatic, and complex wine. Fresh and lively with citrus fruit and a hint of gooseberry. This Les Baronnes Sancerre is beautifully ripe, juicy, and flavorful, rich and full-bodied, pleasantly dry, yet not at all astringent, thanks to its soft acidity.