Winemaker Vincent Chatelain
Winery Domaine Chatelain
Appellation Sancerre
Country France
Grape Varietal Sauvignon Blanc
HISTORY
The Chatelain family has been growing vines since 1630 on the slopes of the Loire valley. The 30-hectare vineyard is now managed by Jean-Claude Chatelain along with his son Vincent. Now the 12th generation, they continue to make wines with passion and respect for the tradition of winemaking.
TERROIR
The soil is clay and chalk with south to south west exposure to the sun. The region benefits from a moderate continental climate.
VITICULTURE & VINIFICATION
The 20-40 year-old vines, planted at a density of 7,500 vines per hectare, yield 60 Hl / hectare. Fermentation takes place at 18°C over a period of 15 days. Vinification is thermo-regulated in stainless steel tanks.
AGEING
On the lees for 4 months. No oak ageing, bottled-aged for 2 months in the winery's cellar before it is released.
VINTAGE
The weather during the 2008 harvest was hot and dry, leading to a very healthy grape, quite rich in sugar. 2008 is considered as a great vintage in Sancerre and this wine shows a perfect balance between acidity and alcohol. This vintage reveals a minerality typical of Sancerre, a very fresh front palate along with a very long finish.
STYLE
Eye: Brilliant green gold.
Nose: Elegant, rich nose, ripe lemon, grapefruit.
Palate: Fresh and rich in the mouth with nice powerful aromas.
FOOD PAIRING
Best with fish and shellfish. Superb with white meats and goat cheeses.
WHEN TO DRINK
Now and up to 4 years, all year long.
TECHNICALS
Alcohol: 12.5%, Total acidity: 5.1 G/l, PH: 3.09,
Residual sugar: 1.5 g/l
French Blonde 2008
Marly 2006
