Anthony et David Girard - Sancerre - Les Monts Damnés - Blanc - 2021

Wine:

The 2022 white Sancerre Les Monts Damnés , coming from the most renowned terroir and considered the "Grand Cru" of the appellation, delivers a phenomenal juice! It boasts a beautiful salinity, freshness, and tension, presenting as an energetic and invigorating Sauvignon. Yet, it also offers substance and a subtle note of wisteria and white flowers. This is a wine to watch closely, already so charming and engaging! It has been rated 93+/100 by the Committee.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, fermented with neutral yeasts in 228- and 300-litre vats and barrels, aged in temperature-controlled vats and barrels on fine lees for at least 10 months.

Color:

Clear gold.

Nose:

Beautiful notes of wisteria and white flowers.

Palate:

This fresh, taut cuvée reveals a dynamic, invigorating wine with excellent salinity.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Fish, seafood, goat's cheese theme.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2027

The Domaine Girard, a young and dynamic rising star in the wine world, is steered by brothers Anthony and David. It's quickly becoming the new sensation of Sancerre. With just 3 hectares located on the legendary Monts Damnés terroir, the most prestigious in the appellation, they are crafting memorable cuvées that are poised to climb to the top of wine rankings.

These experienced vintners, with David also owning the Domaine des Chasseignes, are well-versed in the nuances of Sancerrois wines. The brothers have a clear vision for their journey and are determined to make a significant mark in the wine world!