# Sancerre Domaine de la Villaudière (2023)

- **Producer:** J.M. Reverdy & Fils
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sauvignon Blanc
- **Region:** Loire, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €30
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** gooseberry, grass, lemon, grapefruit, biscuit, bread dough, wet stones, almond

## About this wine

Sancerre Domaine de la Villaudière is a 100% Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire Valley's Sancerre appellation, produced by J.M. Reverdy & Fils. This wine is distinguished by its blend from 47 vineyard parcels, representing the three primary soil types of Sancerre: Caillottes, Terres Blanches, and Silex. The Reverdy family, with a winemaking legacy stretching back centuries, manages the estate with a focus on sustainable viticulture and expressing the unique character of their terroirs.

## Interesting facts

- The estate cultivates vines across 47 different parcels.
- Farming practices are certified High Environmental Value Level 3.
- The Reverdy family's winemaking history dates back to the 15th century.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity cuts through the richness of seafood and creamy sauces, while its minerality complements the briny notes of oysters and shellfish. Herbal undertones in the wine can echo fresh herbs used in dishes, and its crispness provides a refreshing contrast to richer ingredients.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Sancerre Domaine de la Villaudière begins with pneumatic pressing of grapes at low pressure, followed by a 12-hour cold static settling of the juice. Alcoholic fermentation is conducted in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. The wine then undergoes aging for 5 to 7 months in stainless steel vats on its fine lees. The estate employs certified sustainable farming practices, including farming without herbicides and using organic fertilizers, and holds High Environmental Value Level 3 certification.