2023 Domaine de L'Estang Coteaux du Giennois Blanc

Perched on limestone-flecked slopes just north of Sancerre, Domaine de l’Estang channels Loire purity into this vivid 2023 Coteaux du Giennois Blanc.
Hand-harvested Sauvignon Blanc from three parcels—planted 2004 to 2012—ferments spontaneously in steel and fiberglass, free of temperature control and commercial yeasts.
An extended rest on fine lees builds supple texture without dimming its electric citrus core; minimal sulfur keeps flavors transparent.
Expect mouth-watering precision: think crushed river stone wrapped in zesty grapefruit and white peach, with a cool whisper of spring blossoms.
Refined yet unpretentious, it offers Sancerre-level vibrancy at a refreshingly modest price—perfect for elevating weeknight seafood or impressing discerning friends.

Nose: Lime zest, green apple skin, and jasmine mingle with a clean, flinty aroma reminiscent of rain on slate.

Palate: Crisp grapefruit and white peach cascade over a sleek frame, enlivened by bracing acidity and subtle lees-borne creaminess.

Finish: Long and mineral, leaving echoes of citrus oil, crushed stone, and a faint saline snap.

Fresh goat-cheese crottin with a drizzle of Loire Valley honey, the wine’s acidity slicing through creamy tang. Pan-seared sea bass atop fennel and citrus salad—the Sauvignon’s zest mirrors the fruit while cleansing each buttery bite. Asparagus and lemon-herb risotto; vibrant acidity lifts the dish, and flinty undertones echo the vegetal green notes.