Sancerre BlancLes Grandmontains
Vineyard
In the 12th century, Etienne Comte de Sancerre gifted the religious order of the Grandmontains a hillside in the village of Ménétréol. Well aware of the exceptional quality of the soil, they developed viticulture there. Domaine Laporte cultivates 4.8 hectares in the heart of this locality, whose soil is composed of clay rich in stones.
Grape variety
Sauvignon Blanc
Terroir
Clay rich in stones.
Winemaking
- Low-pressure pneumatic pressing
- Cold static settling
- Fermentation with a selection of yeasts specific to each estate plot
- Aged on lees until bottling
Tasting
This wine has a clear, pale yellow color with golden highlights.
On the nose, delicate aromas of ripe fruit mingle with the minerality of the terroir and subtle iodine notes.
The round, enveloping palate is marked by the finesse of rose and gourmand notes of nougat.
Food pairing
Smoked fish, shellfish and white meats.
Service temperature
Between 10 and 12°C (50-54°F)
Ageing
3 to 6 years
Awards
Vintage 2023
James Sucking - 92/100 pts
Vintage 2021
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 89/100 pts
Decanter - 88/100 pts
Awards
Vintage 2023
James Sucking - 92/100 pts
Vintage 2021
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 89/100 pts
Decanter - 88/100 pts