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Domaine Sautereau, Sancerre 2010
Producer
In the village of Crézancy, 7 kms from the town of Sancerre, the Sautereau family has been producing wine for nine generations.
The winery is now being run by David Sautereau, who is producing modern, attractive wines that offer excellent value for money. David’s 20 hectares are spread over the villages of Crézancy, Bué and Sancerre, ensuring the best of the Sancerre appellation is available for his blend.
Vineyards
The Domaine’s 20 hectares of vineyard are situated mainly in Crézancy, with a tiny proportion located in Bué and the village of Sancerre itself. The range of soils in this area (mainly chalk, with clay, flint and pebbles depending on which parcel of vines) allows David a good spread of different blending components for the wine, giving more complex and varied flavours.
Vintage Information
The 2010 vintage was relatively dry and was characterised by alternating spells of heat and cooler temperatures. Throughout the growing season progress was steady and slower than normal, but the final stages were accompanied by optimal conditions. Sugar levels, acidity and flavour development all came into perfect balance in the final week and resulted in a classic vintage.
Vinification
The pressed grapes were fermented at between 20-21ºC followed by three months on the lees. The wine remained in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks for six months before bottling. The fairly cool fermentation ensured a particularly pure, fruity style while three months on the lees provided extra complexity and richness.
Tasting Notes
The 2010 is pure lemon/yellow in colour with vibrant aromas of nettle, grapefruit and passionfruit. The palate is elegant in texture, with refreshing acidity and medium body. There is plenty of citrus and mineral flavour, with a long, thirst-quenching finish.
| Vintage |
2010 |
| Grape varieties |
100% Sauvignon Blanc |
| Region |
Sancerre and Central Vineyards, Loire |
| Winemaker |
David Sautereau |
| Closure |
Cork |
| Alcohol (ABV) |
12.5% |
