Domaine du Pré Semelé - Sancerre - Mainbré - White - 2023

Wine:

The 2023 White Sancerre Mainbré from Domaine de Pré Semelé showcases remarkable purity and precision, with a beautifully defined aromatic profile of lemongrass and white flowers. This is a Sauvignon Blanc of restrained elegance, offering a precise, crystalline texture and a vibrant mineral-driven finish. Here, the grape takes a back seat to the terroir, where the limestone soils impart exceptional energy and vivacity. A truly outstanding expression of Sancerre.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, long-pressed, fermented in stainless steel and wood vats, aged for 8 to 10 months on the lees.

Certified organic wine.

Color:

Pale yellow with green highlights.

Nose:

Beautiful aromatic bouquet marked by a lemon-citronella note, nettles and white flowers.

Palate:

This wine is precise, with a clean, crystalline structure, supported by vibrant flavors and a lovely mineral finish. On the palate, the aromatic notes come through beautifully—this is a perfectly crafted Sauvignon that truly reflects its terroir!

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Seafood, fish, crottin de Chavignol.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2033

Now recognized as one of the top names in Sancerre, with 1 star from the Guide des meilleurs Vins de France, Julien and Clément Raimbault are redefining the game. Trained by Vincent Pinard and Alphonse Mellot, the brothers have quickly established their own signature, crafting wines with exceptional balance and precision.

Their 22-hectare organic vineyard, set on prime hillsides and white limestone soils, delivers some of the finest expressions of Sancerre, capturing the vibrant essence of the region. These are the rising stars of Sancerre’s next generation!