Domaine Henri Bourgeois, Quincy 'Terrasse des Grands Hommes' 2021

Domaine Henri Bourgeois, Quincy 'Terrasse des Grands Hommes' 2021

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Quincy is situated in the eastern Loire and bears some of oldest vineyards in the region. The wines from the village are said to be softer than those from neighbouring Sancerre and Pouilly-Fume and this excellent example from the Bourgeois estate illustrates just this. The domaine is to be found in the village of Chavignol, and is one of most important in Sancerre, operating both as a grower and négociant. The family have been making wine in Sancerre for ten generations, although until recently the holdings were relatively small, (only 2 hectares in 1950.) Today there are 65 hectares run by Jean-Marie Bourgeois, with the domaine providing half of the firm's needs, the remaining half being purchased from local growers. This elegant white is fermented in stainless steel tanks over winter and remains on its lees before bottling in April.

A delightful pale-golden in colour. On the nose, delicate notes of citrus fruits and sweet geranium. On the palate, fresh and crisp but simultaneously round and well balanced. The finish is fruity and aromatic. Great with a fillet of salmon served with citrus butter, garlic stuffed chicken or Asian pork with a spinach stir fry.