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Centre Loire Sancerre Blanc - Domaine J. De Villebois 2024
Domaine J. De Villebois100% Sauvignon Blanc Sancerre Blanc AOP 75 cl 2024
$39.64−10%($52.85/ℓ)
Recommended price: $43.81
Excise and customs charges incl. (EU, CH, US only)
Technical information
- Producer
- Domaine J. De Villebois
- Name
- Sancerre Blanc AOP
- Variety
- 100% Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage
- 2024
- Gradation
- 13.0%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Citrus, exotic fruit, gooseberry, cassis, flinty notes
- Vinification method
- Pneumatic pressing; stainless-steel vinif. 7–15d; 16–18°C
- Aging
- Aged on fine lees 3–6 months (e.g. 6 months 2021)
- Type of cask
- Stainless-steel tanks
- Color
- Pale straw yellow with green reflections
- Serving temperature
- 8–10°C
- Pairing
- Aperitif; shellfish; Loire goat cheeses
- Region
- Centre Loire (Loire Valley)
- Country
- France
- Production area
- Sancerre (Caillottes, Terres Blanches, Silex)
- Type
- White wine
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This Sancerre Blanc from Domaine J. De Villebois comes from the Centre Loire and shows a fresh, linear profile. On the nose are notes of ripe citrus, white flowers and herbaceous hints, accompanied by a mineral thread that supports the drinking experience. On the palate it is marked by lively acidity and a balance that leaves room for a medium body, with a clean, persistent finish. The approach is measured and suited to those seeking an elegant, unobtrusive reading of the style.
It works well as an aperitif and to accompany fish dishes, shellfish and summer salads; it is also particularly suitable with fresh soft cheeses. Recommended serving temperature around 8–10 °C and best consumed young to enjoy primary freshness. The drinking experience is smooth and versatile, appropriate for both informal meals and more composed occasions. No specific information on vintage or aging is provided; store in a cool place away from light.
It works well as an aperitif and to accompany fish dishes, shellfish and summer salads; it is also particularly suitable with fresh soft cheeses. Recommended serving temperature around 8–10 °C and best consumed young to enjoy primary freshness. The drinking experience is smooth and versatile, appropriate for both informal meals and more composed occasions. No specific information on vintage or aging is provided; store in a cool place away from light.
The winery
Domaine J. de Villebois
Centre‑Val de Loire (Touraine)FranciaSince 2004
Azienda vinicola della Loira specializzata nel Sauvignon Blanc, guidata da Joost e Miguela de Willebois e attiva nella zona del Centre‑Val de Loire (Touraine) con cuvée su più appellazioni della Loira.
- Grape varieties
- Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir
- Specialista del Sauvignon Blanc della Valle della Loira
- Attivo dal 2004 con sviluppo rapido della gamma verso Sancerre e Pouilly‑Fumé
- Approccio parcellare e terroir‑driven (silex, caillottes, marnes, ecc.)
- Dichiarata certificazione/adesione RSE «Vignerons Engagés»
- Sedi operative e punti vendita in Touraine e presenza commerciale internazionale
The story
L'attività legata al marchio J. de Villebois è iniziata con un IGP Val de Loire Sauvignon Blanc a partire dal 2004; in seguito la gamma si è ampliata includendo cuvée di Touraine e collaborazioni con vignerons di Sancerre e Pouilly‑Fumé. Il progetto fa parte della famiglia di domini dei Vignobles Villebois e si è sviluppato per valorizzare i diversi terroir della Loira.
Production philosophy
Orientamento sul territorio e sul cépage Sauvignon Blanc: vinificazioni parcellari per mettere in evidenza le caratteristiche dei suoli (silex, caillottes, marnes) e uno stile preciso e poco invasivo in cantina. L'azienda dichiara inoltre un impegno per la sostenibilità, con adesione al label RSE «Vignerons Engagés».
Terroir and vineyards
Opera nel Centre‑Val de Loire (Touraine) con presenza nelle appellazioni del Centro‑Loira come Sancerre, Pouilly‑Fumé, Menetou‑Salon e territori di Touraine; sedi e chais sono a Seigy, Chémery e aree vicine alla Valle del Cher e della Sologne viticola.
Awards and recognition
Adesione al label RSE "Vignerons Engagés" (certificazione di responsabilità sociale d'impresa dichiarata dall'azienda).