Domaine Claude Riffault - Les Denisottes - Sancerre Blanc 2023
Les Denisottes Sancerre Blanc 2023 from Domaine Claude Riffault embodies a precise and luminous expression of Sauvignon Blanc, shaped by a demanding limestone terroir and highly rigorous viticulture. The pale yellow color with silvery reflections announces a wine of brilliance and purity. The nose opens with clear aromas of fresh citrus, lemon, and grapefruit, complemented by notes of crisp pear, white flowers, and a touch of blackcurrant bud. A chalky, almost stony minerality quickly asserts itself, giving the bouquet great nobility. The whole is upright, chiseled, and very readable, without aromatic exuberance. From the first sniff, the wine expresses the precision of the named vineyard and the elegant signature of the estate.
On the palate, the attack is frank and taut, supported by a fine acidity that structures the wine with great length. The Sauvignon Blanc expresses itself here in a pure and slender register, blending citrus, white-fleshed fruits, and a marked saline sensation. The texture is fluid but never thin, supported by precise matter that gains breadth as the tasting progresses. The biodynamic work in the vineyard and respectful vinification preserve the energy of the terroir and the clarity of the grape variety. The wine develops beautiful depth without heaviness, with a constant mineral tension that guides the palate. The finish is long, clean, marked by limestone and a persistent freshness that prolongs the pleasure.
Les Denisottes 2023 is a great gastronomic Sancerre, designed as much for the table as for attentive tasting. It ideally accompanies seafood, oysters, grilled fish, ceviche, or refined plant-based cuisine. Its precision and mineral tension also make it a superb partner for goat cheeses, highlighting their freshness and finesse. Served around 10 to 12 °C, it fully reveals its balance and aromatic relief. Already very appealing in its youth, it has good aging potential, evolving towards more complex notes of warm stone and ripe fruits. It is a classy, sincere Sancerre deeply rooted in its terroir, a faithful reflection of the Domaine Claude Riffault’s exacting standards.
Grape variety: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
