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Domaine Vacheron

Cousins Jean-Laurent and Jean-Dominique Vacheron make benchmark Sancerre from organic and biodynamically farmed single vineyards. The estate is located in one of the narrow, winding streets in the heart of Sancerre. They start with a good base material, having old vines on some of the best sites, predominantly in the east of the appellation, whether it’s Les Romains (flint), Le Paradis (limestone-based) Chambrates (limestone and clay) or Guigne-Chèvres (a rare north-facing site of flint over clay-limestone), the latter truly standing out in 2019. The single vineyard wines are all fermented in large wooden tanks, while its straight Sancerre Blanc, a blend of parcels (limestone 45%, flint 45% and 10% marl), is fermented in tank after being hand harvested. It is a stellar ‘entry’ wine to their range. Thanks to ongoing meticulous care, the Vacheron wines always have a sense of ease and precision. The cousins have recently completed a new cellar to make red wine – yes, red Sancerre – and these wines deserve to be championed. Its flagship Pinot Noir, Belle Dame, is worthy of Burgundy collectors’ cellars and always impresses with its underlying power allied with delicacy. In short, you will never be disappointed by this estate.

From Sancerre’s Charm Offensive (Jul 2023) by Rebecca Gibb MW

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2021 Chambrates

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