# Domaine Des Chasseignes Sancerre (2021)

- **Producer:** Domaine Des Chasseignes
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** 100% Sauvignon Blanc
- **Region:** Loire, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €30
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** grapefruit, lemon, gooseberry, peach, mango, lychee, banana

## About this wine

Domaine Des Chasseignes Sancerre 2021 is a white wine from the Loire Valley, France, made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc. The estate, led by Aurore Dezat and David Girard, is in the process of converting to organic farming. The vineyards are located in Sury-en-Vaux and are characterized by classic Sancerre terroirs. The 2021 vintage was marked by challenging weather conditions, resulting in lower yields and wines noted for their precision. The domaine is a family-run business with a legacy spanning four generations.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyards are planted on three famous Sancerre terroirs: Terres Blanches, Caillottes, and Silex.
- The average vine age is around 40-45 years old.
- The domaine began its conversion to organic farming in 2020.
- The 2021 vintage saw yields reduced by approximately half.

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity cuts through the richness of creamy sauces and fatty fish, while its mineral notes complement the briny character of shellfish. Citrus elements in the wine echo those in many seafood dishes, creating a harmonious balance.

## Wine making process

Domaine Des Chasseignes Sancerre is produced using pneumatic pressing to gently extract the juice. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, often utilizing indigenous or neutral yeasts to capture the essence of the terroir. The wine is then aged on its fine lees in stainless steel tanks to develop texture and complexity. Grapes are hand-harvested, with the 2021 vintage being notably impacted by challenging weather conditions that reduced yields. The domaine is committed to organic farming practices.