Sancerre Blanc Thauvenay

Masson Blondelet · Sancerre, France

Harvested on hard limestone and chalky-flinty soils, this wine is to be drunk young. Crisp, elegant, versatile and well-structured straight Sauvignon Blanc from the heart of the Loire’s Central Vineyards.

Farming
Certified HVE

Harvest Method
Hand harvested

Grape Varietal
100% Sauvignon Blanc

Age of Vineyard
Planted between 1985-2002

Vessel
Stainless steel tank

Vineyard Yield
30 hl/ha

Soil Type
Complex chalky-Portlandian-flinty soil

Annual Production
20,000 bottles

Vinification
Natural. Immediate destemming and immediate press after harvest to avoid skin contact or oxidation. Very gentle press in our pneumatic press, fermentation in stainless steel tanks after cold settling, long conservation on very fine lees to enhance texture and youth character, no malolactic fermentation.