Domaine Henri Bourgeois : Les Côtes aux Valets 2020

Characteristics and Tasting Tips of the 2020 Les Côtes aux Valets Cuvée from Domaine Henri Bourgeois

Tasting

Color
The Color is a seductive golden hue.

Nose
Opening with fragrances of dried fruits (almond, pistachio), the nose reveals, as it aerates, iodine notes, orange peel, and plum.

Palate
An ample and supple attack precedes a mineral palate, enhanced by delicious aromas of mirabelle plum and citrus zest.

Serving

For optimal tasting, serve between 11°C and 13°C.

Food and Wine Pairings

This white wine is the ideal partner for fish, shellfish, and also white meats.

A mineral Loire white wine with a beautiful structure

The Estate

Arnaud, Lionel and Jean-Christophe Bourgeois represent the third generation at the helm of the family estate founded in 1950 by Henri Bourgeois. Covering 72 hectares, the vineyard of the Domaine Henri Bourgeois extends over a mosaic of terroirs composed of clay-limestone soils, Kimmeridgian marl, and flint that contribute to the signature of each of these Loire wines.

Through passion and rigor in both vineyard management and parcel-by-parcel vinification, of which they were one of the pioneers, the Bourgeois Family produces wines recognized for their quality, finesse, and pure expression of each of these great terroirs of origin.

The Vineyard

This Les Côtes aux Valets cuvée from the Bourgeois Family is a vin de Sancerre from a 1.06-hectare parcel located in the southern part of the appellation. Planted in 1986, the vines are rooted in soil composed predominantly of limestone clay.

Winemaking

Alcoholic fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks for about thirty days. It starts at a temperature of 15°C and ends at 19°C, with regular tastings of the must throughout fermentation and until the élevage phase of this vin blanc de Sancerre. The first racking is carried out between 5 and 15 days after the end of alcoholic fermentation.

Grape Variety

Sauvignon blanc (100%)