COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Roger Champault et Fils
REGION
Loire
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Sancerre Les Pierris by Roger Champault et Fils is a white wine from the Upper Loire Valley, produced from 100% Sauvignon Blanc. The estate has been a family-run business for generations, with the current custodians, brothers Claude and Laurent Champault, continuing a long-standing tradition of winemaking. The vineyard practices at Domaine Roger Champault are certified High Environmental Value (HVE), reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability. The 'Les Pierris' cuvée is specifically made from the estate's younger vines. The Sancerre region itself is recognized for its distinctive limestone-rich soils, which play a crucial role in shaping the character of its wines.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€28
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
7-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Estate holds High Environmental Value (HVE) certification.
Fact 02
Made from the estate's younger Sauvignon Blanc vines.
Fact 03
Family winemaking legacy dates back to the 17th century.
Fact 04
Soils include 'Terres Blanches' and 'Caillottes'.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Sancerre Les Pierris is produced from 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes. The winemaking process involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks, utilizing thermoregulation to manage temperatures. After fermentation, the wine undergoes an aging period of approximately six months on its lees, also in stainless steel. This approach is designed to preserve the wine's freshness and aromatic intensity. The estate employs sustainable viticulture practices, holding High Environmental Value (HVE) certification.
