Coteaux du Giennois La Gaupière 2022 6x75cl

Hints of citrus and white flowers on the nose, whilst the palate displays excellent freshness and minerality.

Vineyards

The grapes are grown on predominantly siliceous soils. All vineyard processes are carried out in a sustainable manner, adapted to each terroir.

Vintage

A rather mild winter with a few light frosts augured for an early bud break. Fortunately, it took place just after the first week of April when black frosts had severely hit the vineyard. Favored by mild temperatures in May and water reserves, there was then a rapid growth of the branches requiring increased work in the vineyard. The first wave of heat sets in at the end of May, giving way to the flowering of Pinot and then Sauvignon. The pattern of an early vintage is then in everyone's mind. Soon the succession of heat waves combined with a lack of water lead to a slowdown in the growth cycle. A few light rains in June come here and there to bring a little water. A violent hailstorm hits the south of the Sancerre appellation. The lack of water becomes very worrying for the entire vineyard until the end of August when the first rains allow the berries to swell and rebalance their constitution.

Winemaking

Following cold static settling, fermentation takes place at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks. The wine is aged on its fine lees prior to bottling.

Enjoy with:

• Grilled and Roasted White Meats
• Fish/Shellfish
• Salads and Picnics
• Mature Strong Cheeses

As an aperitif or with fresh or saltwater fish, seafood and goats cheeses.