Ratings
RP 90 · JS 90 · WE 90
Identity
| Producer | Domaine Vacheron |
| Year | 2024 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Organic, Biodynamic |
| Grapes | 100% Sauvignon Blanc |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Clear pale lemon color with bright citrus hues |
| Aroma | Aroma of passion fruit, grapefruit, lime, gooseberry, citrus fruits, floral and mineral notes with hints of flint and warm herbs |
| Palate | Medium-bodied with bright acidity, juicy core of citrus fruit, ripe yellow and mango fruits, dense minerality, and a taut, precise texture |
| Finish | Flinty, slightly smoky finish that is mouthwatering and persistent |
| Food Pairing | Goat cheese, seafood, grilled fish, salads, light poultry dishes |
| Serving Temp | 8–10°C |
| Aging Potential | 3 to 5 years from vintage, suitable for mid-term aging |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| Natural | Yes |
| ABV % | 13.0 |
| Aging Process | Fermented in stainless steel tanks at temperatures below 20°C; aged on lees; filtered and bottled |
| Fermentation | Natural fermentation with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks; no malolactic fermentation mentioned for white |
Terroir
| Soil | Calcareous and flint (silex) soils, with some chalk and marl |
| Vine Age | Vines aged 30 to 50 years on average |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Manual harvest into 20 kg boxes to preserve grape integrity |
Interesting facts
| Domaine Vacheron is one of Sancerre's elite properties, pioneering biodynamic viticulture since 2005, with a Burgundian approach to terroir-driven winemaking |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |