Henri Bourgeois Le Grand Bourgeois Sauvignon Blanc BIO is an expressive and highly precise white wine from the Loire Valley, revealing the full purity of the ‘Sauvignon Blanc’ grape variety and the distinctive character of the region’s terroir. The wine is produced from organically certified vineyards, giving it naturalness, clarity, and an authentic expression of its origin.
In the glass, the wine captivates with a pale yellow color and subtle green reflections. The aroma opens with notes of ripe citrus fruits, lemon, blood orange, and clementine, complemented by an expressive mineral background and a gentle smoky touch. On the palate, the wine is round, harmonious, and energetic, with perfectly balanced acidity and a long, refreshing finish, where delicate hints of white pepper and spices can be found.
The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness from carefully selected plots, then gently pressed and naturally clarified for 24 hours. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at low, controlled temperatures, using indigenous wild yeasts. After fermentation, the wine is aged for 6–8 months on fine lees.
The identity of this wine is shaped by flint and clay soils, among the most characteristic and highly regarded in the Loire Valley. This geological composition provides the wine with a pronounced mineral tension, a clear backbone, and a subtle smoky accent. The vineyards are managed according to organic farming principles, and respect for nature and biodiversity remains at the core of the Henri Bourgeois philosophy.
Serve at 10–12 °C. Pairs well with grilled fish, seafood, or fresh cheeses. Highly recommended with roasted bristles with sweet potato puree or classic goat cheese with fresh bread and olive oil.
Situated in the village of Chavignol Domaine Henri Bourgeois is one of the larger private Sancerre domaines and have vineyards on some the the best sites in the appellation. The domaine is run today by the 10th generation of the family in the shape of General Manager - Arnaud Bourgeois, Viticulturist - Lionel Bourgeois and Winemaker - Jean-Christophe Bourgeois. They make several cuvées and are keen to emphasise the different characteristics of the various vineyards used even though the grape variety remains the same. Possibly to emphasise their passion for Sauvignon Blanc they also establised the well regarded Clos Henri Vineyard in that grape's more recent heartland, Marlborough in New Zealand.
