COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Henri Bourgeois
REGION
Loire
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Henri Bourgeois Sancerre Rosé 2023 is a 100% Pinot Noir from the AOC Sancerre Rosé appellation in the Loire Valley, France. Produced by the Famille Bourgeois, a winemaking family with a ten-generation history, the wine is crafted using the traditional 'bled rosé' method. This involves draining juice from Pinot Noir vats after a 48-hour cold maceration, a technique that preserves the wine's freshness and fruit character. The vineyards are situated on chalky-clay soils with limestone, contributing to the wine's structure and minerality. The producer's philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention to highlight the natural qualities of the grapes and terroir.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A 'bled rosé' is made by draining juice from red wine vats.
Fact 02
Vineyards are located on hills between Chavignol and Sancerre.
Fact 03
Low yields and high-density cultivation are practiced.
Fact 04
Aged on fine lees for enhanced depth and texture.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Henri Bourgeois Sancerre Rosé 2023 is produced from 100% Pinot Noir grapes. The winemaking begins with meticulous hand-harvesting and gentle direct pressing of the grapes to preserve freshness. The juice undergoes alcoholic fermentation in thermoregulated stainless steel tanks at 15-18°C. Following fermentation, the wine is aged on fine lees for 3 to 5 months, a technique that contributes to its depth and texture. The producer's approach emphasizes minimal intervention to allow the natural qualities of the grapes and terroir to be expressed.
