Chêne marchand White

description

One of the most famous “lieu dits” of the Sancerre appellation. Located on a south-facing hillside just above the village of Bué.

grape variety

Sauvignon blanc

soil type

Description: The “Chêne Marchand” has long been one of the most famous “lieux-dits” of the Sancerre appellation. Located on a south-facing hillside just above the village of Bué, the Chêne Marchand adds much to the reputation of the wines of the village.

Grape variety: Sauvignon blanc

Soil type: 100% “Caillottes” – beds of hard white flat stones split by frost, from the late Jurassic lower Oxfordian (145-150 million years old), which deliver wines of great finesse, elegance, power and minerality.

Accompaniments:

• Fish, shellfish
• White meats
• Goat’s cheeses “Crottin de Chavignol"