Sancerre Blanc "Silex"

2015
Fiou, Domaine Gerard
France
Loire

From 61-year-old Sauvignon Blanc vines planted on the famous flinted hills of Saint-Satur, on the eastern side of the Sancerre appellation. Vinified in temperature-regulated stainless steel tanks and aged for more than 6 months on the fine lees, with bâtonnage.

92 points
"A piercing, bone-dry style, with chalk and flint notes driving through the core of gooseberry and thyme. Mouthwatering and lengthy, showing crystal-clear purity on the finish. A rapier. Drink now through 2021. 5,000 cases made."
J.M.,
Wine Spectator
, Nov 30, 2016

SKU/Code: 
DB7310-15
Product Line: 
White
Varietal: 
Sauvignon Blanc
Farming Type: 
Sustainable