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Domaine du Pré Semelé - Sancerre white 2022

Domaine du Pré Semelé - Sancerre blanc 2022

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Sauvignon
fruity
crunchy
oysters and seafood
Gem

"You're going to love it!"

A smooth 100% Sauvignon with fresh, exotic, and delicious notes, tinged with hints of lemon, blackcurrant buds, and a slight thiol aroma. A well-crafted Sancerre, true to the reputation of the house.

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Estate

Domaine du Pré Semelé

Vintage

2022

Designation

Sancerre

Region

Loire

Grape varieties

Sauvignon blanc

Terroirs

Clay-limestone soils (70% white earth, 30% pebbles) and limestone subsoil

Viticulture

In conversion to organic farming. Organic pest control since 2018. Soil cultivation, natural grass cover, no chemical weed killers, no anti-rot treatments.

Grape harvest

At optimal maturity

Wine making

Long, gentle direct pressing (approximately 3.5 hours) with juice separation and separate vinification. Settling after 48 hours of cold stabilization (46°F). Yeast addition with neutral yeast. Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats between 15°C and 18°C for 3 weeks.

Livestock farming

On fine lees with stirring, racking and blending the following spring, fining with bentonite (natural clay), cellulose plate filtration and bottling after CO2 adjustment.

Eye

Pale gold color

Nose

Thiol, with notes of blackcurrant buds, citrus fruits, and yellow fruits

Mouth

Full-bodied, supple, mineral, and fruity. Harmonious and fresh.

Serve

At 10-12°C

Drink before

2027

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Enjoy with grilled fish, seafood, or even as an aperitif...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Bettane & Desseauve

Rated estate (2024 guide) 2 stars (A serious and recommendable production, but a little more consistent and uniform than the previous one)

About the estate:

Julien and Clément Raimbault represent the next generation of Sancerre winemakers: trained by the Pinard brothers and Alphonse Mellot, they cultivate the family's 21 hectares of vineyards on clay-limestone terroirs. The vines are grown according to organic farming principles (but without certification). The top-of-the-range wines, Les Chasseignes and Zeste for whites, and Camille for reds, come from the oldest vines planted on the best-exposed plots. The range is very consistent and successful in both colors: the reds combine power and elegance, while the whites are pure and refined. With very reasonable prices, this address is more than just a safe bet: it's a real Gem

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Rated estate (2025 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing good wines; you won't be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)

About the estate:

The Raimbault brothers, Julien and Clément, embody the new generation of Sancerre winemakers. In previous editions, we highlighted wines that were clear, modern, and smooth, but perhaps a little too polished. Certain parameters need to be adjusted so that winemakers can break free from this technically flawless framework and offer a more vibrant definition of Sancerre. "We are delighted to see a greater sense of freedom in the expression of the wines. They are now more relaxed and indulgent, while retaining the precision that has become their trademark. 2022, a sunny vintage, is a balancing act! The pleasure experienced during tasting has earned the estate its first star.

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