# Sancerre Blanc (2024)

- **Producer:** Domaine Hippolyte Reverdy
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sauvignon Blanc
- **Region:** Loire, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €25
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** gooseberry, lemon, grapefruit, lime, grass, elderflower, peach, biscuit

## About this wine

Domaine Hippolyte Reverdy is located in the charming village of Verdigny, a renowned winemaking hub within the Sancerre appellation of the Loire Valley. The Reverdy family has a rich history of farming and winegrowing in this region, spanning several generations. Today, the estate continues to produce traditional, terroir-driven wines that beautifully reflect the unique clay-limestone soils, locally known as 'terres blanches' and 'caillottes'. Their Sancerre Blanc is celebrated for its purity, elegance, and classic expression of the Sauvignon Blanc grape, capturing the essence of this historic appellation.

## Interesting facts

- The Reverdy family has been cultivating vines in the village of Verdigny for over 400 years, dating back to the 1600s.
- The estate's vineyards are planted on a mix of 'caillottes' (stony limestone) and 'terres blanches' (clay-limestone) soils.
- This wine is fermented entirely in stainless steel to preserve the pristine, mineral-driven character of the Sauvignon Blanc grape.

## Food pairing

The high acidity and crisp minerality of Sancerre make it a legendary match for goat cheese, particularly the local Crottin de Chavignol, as the acidity cuts through the cheese's richness. It also pairs beautifully with fresh seafood and shellfish, where the wine's citrus and herbal notes complement the delicate flavors of the ocean without overpowering them.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process at Domaine Hippolyte Reverdy combines traditional methods with modern temperature control to preserve the fresh, vibrant fruit characteristics of Sauvignon Blanc. Grapes are gently pressed immediately after harvest. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to maintain aromatic purity. The wine is then aged on its fine lees in stainless steel for several months before bottling, enhancing its texture and complexity without the influence of oak.