Domaine Delaporte - Sancerre Silex White 2023

Domaine Delaporte - Sancerre Silex blanc 2023

Sancerre|White wine|Organic

4.3/5 (6 customers)

91/100

RVF

(2022 Vintage Notes)

Sauvignon

mineral

salty

oysters and seafood

fun guaranteed

“A pure expression of Silex in Sancerre, with a full-bodied, powerful, and fresh structure!”

This cuvée from old vines planted on flint soil surprises with its power, harmony, and minerality. Its nose is complex and crystalline, revealing white fruits, citrus, and, above all, subtle notes of flint, reflecting the terroir. The attack is full-bodied and round before the minerality takes over, providing an energetic structure.

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Estate

Domaine Delaporte

Vintage

Silex

Vintage

2023

Designation

Sancerre

Region

Loire

Grape varieties

Sauvignon Blanc

Terroirs

Flint soils, old vines over 40 years old

Viticulture

Certified organic

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Winemaking

Gentle, slow pressing of whole (uncrushed) grape clusters in a hydraulic press, followed by fermentation in large oak barrels

Livestock farming

8 to 12 months in 2,000-liter casks

Alcohol content

13%

Organic

Yes

Eye

Light color with golden highlights

Nose

Very intense and crystal-clear, with aromas of white fruit, a hint of citrus, and flint

Palate

A full-bodied, rounded attack followed by mineral notes, with an energetic, elegant structure and a salty finish

Serve

At 12°C

Drink before

2030

Food and wine pairings

Pairs well with firm-fleshed fish in sauce, scallop puff pastries, pan-seared foie gras, chicken or veal cutlets in cream sauce, and a selection of cheeses...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Rated estate (2025 guide) 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable vintage, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)

About the estate:

Mathieu Delaporte is one of the young winemakers who are bringing glory to the Sancerre region today. His 33 hectares, located primarily in Chavignol, are meticulously cultivated and are highly distinctive, comprising 50 different plots, 80% of which face south. Furthermore, 35% of his vineyards are planted on flint soils, a rare proportion in the Sancerre region. This diversity of terroirs allows for the production of exceptional single-vineyard wines and blends that are full-bodied and harmonious. Since prices are still reasonable, you should reserve your bottles immediately after the harvest, as word of his success is starting to spread!

Guide Hachette des vins

Rated estate (2025 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)

About the estate:

Passed down from generation to generation since the 17th century and now run by Jean-Yves Delaporte and his son Matthieu, this 33-hectare family estate—known for its consistent quality and minimal intervention in the vineyard—is located in Chavignol, a charming village in the heart of the Sancerre region renowned for its goat cheese.

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Wine rated (2025 guide) 91/100 (2022 vintage)

Rated estate (2025 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)

About the estate:

In 2010, Matthieu Delaporte’s arrival marked a turning point for this historic Chavignol estate, leading to a focus on soil management, the elimination of herbicides, lower yields, and barrel-aged winemaking. From the outset, the winemaker demonstrated great ambition and took on the challenge of restructuring a 33-hectare vineyard. A massive undertaking aimed at producing more refined wines, certified organic since 2023. The lineup combines blended wines (Chavignol and Silex) and single-vineyard wines (the legendary south-facing slope of Monts Damnés, as well as Le Cul de Beaujeu, famous elsewhere for its whites, but planted here with Pinot Noir). The whites are meticulous, refined, and well-balanced; the reds, equally well-crafted, have the potential to gain in charm. We recognize this work by awarding the estate its first star.

Wine Spectator

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)

Wine Enthusiast

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)

Customer rating

4.3/5

based on 6 reviews