2023 Charles Van Canneyt - Bourgogne Blanc

This family domaine of 9ha located in Chavignol can trace its history back to 1380. The land records for that year mention a Jean Boulay as owner of vineyards in Chavignol. At the time, the Clos de Beaujeu in Chavignol was already known for the quality of its white wine which is remarkable since Sancerre was known as a red wine area until after phylloxera invaded it. In the 14th century the Clos de Beaujeu supplied the Cathedral of Bourges with white wine. 

Of the 9ha owned by Gerard Boulay, 8 of the hectares are on the slopes of Chavignol on Kimmeridgian or “terre blanche” soils (similar to the soils in Chablis), which he works manually and has farmed organically since 1990. The youngest vines at the domaine were planted by Mr. Boulay in 1972 and the average vine age is approximately 45 years old. The wines ferment naturally in tank and with the exception of the Chavignol tradition which is also aged in tank, the parcellaire wines are aged in in a mix of Foudres and used 300L barrels. Gerard adds no yeast and little to no SO2 during vinfication. He describes his role as one of “surveillance” to make sure nothing goes wrong. In general he works by instinct, “au feeling” because he wants to “let the wine live” and tries not to interfere with the natural process. “C’est la nature qui fait le vin” (Nature makes the wine). Boulay and Mother Nature team up to produce the following wines:

Sancerre Chavignol - Blend of young vine parcels on kimmeridgian slopes in the village of Chavignol. 

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Made by rising star Charles Van Canneyt, the talented winemaker behind Domaine Hudelot-Noëllat, this 2023 Bourgogne Rouge showcases his refined, terroir-driven touch. Sourced from well-situated parcels across Burgundy, the wine opens with bright red cherry and wild raspberry aromas accented by subtle spice and earthy undertones. The palate is fresh and supple, with fine-grained tannins and lively acidity, offering classic Pinot Noir purity and effortless drinkability. An elegant, honest Bourgogne Rouge that overdelivers for the appellation.

Back in stock. the new vintage of our best selling Sancerre. A Bassins "discovery" and direct import. Consistently excellent!

This special cuvée made by Jean Mounard and Marc Vappereau is a pure Sancerre with incredible freshness and minerality. It stands in contrast to some productions which tend toward richer, heavier wines often with residual sugar. It has a good depth, lovely, citrus fruit, and a classic flintiness on the nose and palate.

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