Producer: Domaine Thomas et Fils
Region: Loire Valley
Winemaker: Julien Thomas
Terroir: 25-year-old vines cultivated on calcareous and Kimmeridgiandark marl with layers of fossilized seashell-soils.
Winemaking: With soil work according to the lunar cycle and biodynamics, the wines are hand harvested and gently pressed with spontaneous fermentation with native yeast in steel tanks. 6-8 months on the lees with occasional batonnage and minimal use of sulfites.
Appellation: Sancerre
Grape Variety: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Production: 7500 cases
Summary
A mineral-driven style of Sancerre with that classic flinty nose, this wine has broad appeal with a clean, refined character and balanced pyrazines (pyrazines give you those herbal grassy notes).
Food Pairing
Perfect with white fish and fresh summer vegetables, this is also a classic pairing with creamy goat cheese.
Varietal Notes
Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most popular white grapes in the world, second only to Chardonnay. Without question, Sancerre is the most prestigious region for this grape due to the soil, climate, and history of the region. Naturally high in pyrazines, Sauvignon Blanc tends to exhibit herbaceous and green notes ranging from fresh cut grass to jalapenos and gooseberry. High in natural acidity the tart citrus fruits are also a major component to the wines flavor, especially when the grapes are grown in a cool climate like Sancerre.