COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Domaine du Haut Bourg
REGION
Loire Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Haut Bourg Sauvignon 2023 is a 100% Sauvignon Blanc from IGP Val de Loire, produced by Domaine du Haut Bourg, a family estate with a four-generation history. Situated south of Nantes, the vineyards are influenced by a unique microclimate from a nearby lake and the Atlantic Ocean, with vines planted on gneiss soils. The estate practices sustainable viticulture, with some areas certified organic. The 2023 vintage is noted for its aromatic intensity and vibrant acidity, reflecting the estate's commitment to terroir-driven winemaking.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€139
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards influenced by lake, river, and ocean.
Fact 02
Gneiss soils impart a distinct minerality.
Fact 03
Family estate with four generations of winemaking history.
Fact 04
Some farming is certified organic.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Haut Bourg Sauvignon 2023 is produced using 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes. The winemaking process emphasizes preserving the grape's natural aromatics through low-temperature fermentation. Indigenous yeasts are utilized during fermentation, contributing to the wine's complexity. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes approximately four months of aging in stainless steel tanks. The estate practices sustainable viticulture, with some areas holding organic certification. Some indications suggest the wine may be made with no added sulphites.
