Sancerre blanc “Les Romains” AOC 2023

Wine Description for Sancerre blanc “Les Romains” AOC 2023 from Domaine Vacheron

Colour & Appearance

Medium straw yellow with a fresh, green tinge – clear and luminous in the glass.

Nose

Still somewhat shy and introverted, but of fine precision: fresh grass and hay open the nose, followed by green stone fruit, crisp gooseberry with its stem and a hint of green elderflower. These are joined by notes of box wood, ripe apple and fresh lime zest – a classic Silex profile that favours elegance over loudness.

Palate

On the palate, the Les Romains unfolds with remarkable lightness and weightlessness. The acidity is lively, precise and carries the wine with grace. Juicy green fruit, notes of garden herbs and crushed stone lend it depth and tension. A pleasant, fine creaminess gives the wine body without compromising its elegance.

Finish

Towards the finale, the wine becomes grippy and slightly smoky – a telltale sign of the Silex soils. The finish is long, mineral and characterised by persistent freshness.

Terroir & Origin

The vineyard site Les Romains lies on the eastern flank of Sancerre and counts among the most classic sites of the estate. The soil is characterised by Silex – the distinctive flint of Sancerre – which gives the wine its typical smoky minerality and cool tension.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Sauvignon Blanc in pure form, aged in a combination of Stockinger wooden vats and barriques for ten months. The oak ageing is skilfully measured – it adds texture and depth without overwhelming the varietal freshness.

Food Pairing Recommendations

Ideal with goat’s cheese from the Loire, grilled asparagus with herb vinaigrette, oysters or fine fish fillet with lemon butter. Also a classic pairing with Crottin de Chavignol.

Special Features

Domaine Vacheron is among the reference addresses in Sancerre and operates biodynamically. The Les Romains is a wine that deserves time – accessible now, but with the potential to develop even greater complexity over the next two to four years.