By Fournier Pere et Fils
Sancerre Blanc Les Belles Vignes

Source
From vineyards spread across eight communes of the appellation, the 'Les Belles Vignes' cuvee has become a benchmark in Sancerre. This appellation first took off in the Middle Ages. Today, the vineyards extend over 2,900 hectares on the left bank of the Loire, east of Bourges. The vineyards benefit from numerous microclimates due to their highly variable exposures. The international Sauvignon Blanc capital, its inimitable style is born from the magical combination of this grape variety and the appellation's three terroirs: Silex, Caillottes, and Terres Blanches. Domaine Fournier Pere et Fils places the utmost importance on perfection, both in the vineyard and in the winery. The result of careful attention to detail, this cuvee represents the alliance of these three terroirs.

Production
Monitored year-round, our vines receive the utmost attention. The plots are carefully harvested at perfect ripeness, allowing each terroir to reveal its full potential. After low-pressure extraction, the juices ferment for three weeks at a controlled temperature. Aging on fine lees and minimal filtration allows us to offer you the best of Sancerre's terroir.

Tasting Notes
In this blend from the three terroirs of the Sancerre appellation, we always strive to harmonize the unique expressions of each soil type. The 2024 vintage boasts a beautiful density, blending spicy notes with hints of candied citrus. The color is a bright lemon-yellow. The complex nose harmoniously combines white flowers, white fruits, and citrus zest such as lime and grapefruit. On the palate, delicacy dominates, carried by a saline minerality that evolves into notes of candied citrus, enhanced by a delicate acidity. The long and elegant finish lingers with subtle hints of white pepper.

Enjoyment
Serving Temperature: 8 to 10 degrees C
Pairings: Its sharp lemony fruit is fully revealed when paired with seafood, making it ideal for shellfish, oysters, and lobster
Aging Potential: 4 to 8 years
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