Domaine Gerard Fiou Sancerre Blanc “Terroir Silex”
WHY WE LOVE IT
- A Sancerre of this quality comes from old Sauvignon vines (over 35 years old!) planted on the famous flinted hills of St-Satur, covering the eastern side of the Sancerre appellation.
Varietal Composition: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Elaboration: Vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, this wine is aged on its fine lees for 6 month.
Tasting Notes: This wine, with its flinty aromas and fruity bouquet, is reminiscent of Sauvignon flowers and vine sap. With exemplary balance, it expresses itself with finesse and harmony.
2023 – 92 James Suckling | 90 Vinous
2021 – 92 Decanter | 91 Vinous | 90 Wine Spectator
2018 – 90 Wine Enthusiast
2017 – 90 Wine Spectator
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Domaine Gerard Fiou is a nine hectare family estate which was created several generations ago by Gerard Fiou’s ancestors. Fiou serves as an important piece of our Loire portfolio, as the estate sits on the famous flinted hills of St-Satur in the eastern portion of the Sancerre appellation – Only a small percentage of terroir in Sancerre is made up of this soil type, which is much more common in neighboring Pouilly-Fume. This, combined with unusually old vines, means memorable Sancerre with deep minerality.