H.Bourgeois Sancerre d'Antan Terroir de Silex 2023

A mineral-driven ‘Sauvignon Blanc’, born on the flinty (silex) slopes surrounding Chavignol – one of the most prestigious terroirs in Sancerre. This wine embodies the pure essence of the region – precision, energy, and depth.

The aroma is intense and refined, revealing notes of lemon zest, grapefruit, white peach, and fresh herbs, intertwined with smoky, flinty, wet stone, and sea salt nuances – the classic silex signature that gives the wine its distinctive, stony character.

On the palate, it is concentrated, dry, and focused, with an exceptionally clean structure and lively acidity. The flavor balances citrus brightness, green fruit freshness, and delicate mineral salinity, leading to a long finish reminiscent of wet stone and chalky minerality.

The grapes come from old vines rooted in flint and limestone soils in the Chavignol area, where the mineral-rich terroir brings depth and complexity. The cool climate and brisk winds allow the grapes to ripen slowly, preserving their natural acidity and aromatic clarity.

Fermentation takes place in old oak barrels, followed by 10–12 months of aging on fine lees, which adds roundness, texture, and a subtle hint of spice without overshadowing the wine’s purity.

This is a wine that perfectly expresses its origin – tense, noble, and refined, with remarkable aging potential. It can evolve beautifully over 8–10 years, developing honeyed, waxy, and nutty nuances with time.

Serve at 10–12 °C with oysters, sea urchins, scallops, Crottin de Chavignol goat cheese, or white fish baked with lemon butter.