La Poussie Sancerre Blanc
Sancerre, France
Vintage:2023 (Current)
2020 (Past) | 2021 (Past) | 2022 (Past) |
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Reviews
Wine Enthusiast 90 Points
This is a bright, mineral-driven Sancerre. Fragrant, crystalline white blossom aromas sit atop sliced green apple, white peach skin and quince on the nose. The palate begins with crushed stone which rides a wave of chalky acidity that lifts and refreshes the finish.
View From the Cellar 93+ Points
The beautiful amphitheater vineyard of la Poussie is one of the finest in all of Sancerre. The 2023 vintage here has produced a superb young Sancerre, offering up a vibrant and complex bouquet of lime, green apple, gooseberry, chalky minerality, fresh-cut grass and a topnote of citrus blossoms. On the palate the wine is bright, focused and full-bodied, with a superb core of fruit, lovely mineral undertow, a fine spine of acidity and a long, nascently complex and very nicely balanced finish. This wine has a superb track record for aging and though, it is certainly tasty already, it will be an even superior tipple if given a year or two in the cellar. Fine juice. 2025- 2040+.
Overview
Of all the centuries-old growths which dominate the majestic river Loire, La Poussie is the one whose reputation remains unblemished. Its origins can be traced back to the Capetians, as witnessed by a document dating from around 1040. The exceptional vineyard site, shaped in a semi-circle and reminiscent of a natural amphitheater, make it one of the most unique in the world.
Winemaking
Pneumatic pressing with a fragmentation of the juice, cold settling for 24 hours followed by fermentation in thermostatically regulated vats. Maturing on fine lees for several months according to tasting followed by a soft clarification before being bottled.
Tasting Notes
A beautiful minerality brings a lovely character. The palate is round with a finesse offering the aromatic flavors of gingerbread, honey and peach. The finish is persistent and ends on a light and refreshing mineral note. The first notes are very fine, complex and delicate. The aromas of peaches, quince and white flowers follow. Light aeration reveals the delicate scents of exotic fruit. The minerality brings a beautiful equilibrium and harmony.
Technical Information
Varietals: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Acres: Steep hillsides of clay and limestone and gentle hills of heavy alluvium. acres