# Sancerre Rosé Henri Bourgeois (2023)

- **Producer:** Henri Bourgeois
- **Colour:** rosé
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Loire, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** rose, white peach, raspberry, strawberry, red cherry, redcurrant, pastry, biscuit

## 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.

## Interesting facts

- A 'bled rosé' is made by draining juice from red wine vats.
- Vineyards are located on hills between Chavignol and Sancerre.
- Low yields and high-density cultivation are practiced.
- Aged on fine lees for enhanced depth and texture.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity and medium body make it versatile. Its subtle minerality and red fruit notes complement lighter proteins and fresh ingredients, while its crispness cuts through richer elements like creamy sauces or fatty cheeses.

## 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.