La Chablisienne
Sauvignon de Saint-Bris
Bourgogne
- 100% Sauvignon Blanc
La Chablisienne
Bourgogne
| Vintage Wine Name | Sauvignon de Saint-Bris 2022 |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Wine Description | Sauvignon from Saint-Bris is an oddity in Bourgogne as the only appellation growing this varietal. Its location adjacent to Chablis AOC, between the Yonne and Serein Rivers, gives an aromatic, refreshing wine with minerality that references its neighbor. |
| Region | Bourgogne |
| Appellation | Saint-Bris AOC |
| Varietal Composition | 100% Sauvignon Blanc |
| Vineyard Details | representing the entire Saint-Bris AOC |
| Tasting notes | Inviting floral, herbal and citrus nose; palate is zesty and vibrant with a refreshing finish |
| Pairing notes | Enjoy as an apéritif, or pair with salads, seafood, charcuterie, poultry and most vegetables. |
| Alcohol % | 12.5 |
| Aging | 4 months on fine lees in stainless steel tanks |
| SRP | 24 |
| Highest Score | 90 Wine Enthusiast |
|---|---|
| Highest Score Review Copy | The nose is clean and crisp, with white peach aromas layered over citrus oil, fresh-cut grass, white mushroom and stone. On the palate, the wine offers good texture and acidity, leading to a light and refreshing finish. |
| Acclaim | 90 Wine Enthusiast |
| Feature Bullet 1 | Over a century of experience working with a mosaic of vineyards in Chablis |
| Feature Bullet 2 | Grower-owned by over 200 families |
| Feature Bullet 3 | Producing over 22% of all Chablis in the AOC guarantees quality and supply |
| Feature Bullet 4 | Style reflects terroir and vintage, delivering elegance, purity, minerality and ageability |
| Feature Bullet 5 | Environmental programs preserve vineyards and protect people across all winery functions |
| Winery | La Chablisienne |
|---|---|
| Winery Description | Established in 1923 with the goals of driving quality and innovation in the region, as well as bolstering the influence of its growers, today La Chablisienne spans over 200 winegrowing families and 1,200 hectares of superior vineyard holdings and is known for producing some of the top wines in Chablis. La Chablisienne farms a diverse array of vineyards across the four appellations – Grand Cru, 1er Cru, Chablis and Petit Chablis – so the wines truly represent the essence of each unique location. These elegant cuvées are known for their purity, energy and minerality. |
| Winemaker | Estelle Roy |
| Winemaker Bio | Estelle has been immersed in the gastronomic world with her family since her early childhood. The pleasure of eating and pairing food and wine from an early age has been a source of motivation for her professional pursuits. She obtained her national oenologist diploma (DNO) in Dijon and decided to specialize and refine her knowledge and expertise in the regions of Alsace, Beaujolais and Burgundy. Today her passion for winemaking starts in the vineyard, a bond strengthened by marriage as her husband is a winegrower. In May 2023, Estelle stepped in to the head winemaking role at La Chablisienne. Estelle strives to represent the best from each of the terroirs and to give a soul to each vintage. |