Loire Valley Wine

Winemaker Description 

The 2024 J. de Villebois Chenin Blanc, from the Val de Loire, offers a classic profile with orchard fruits like pear, apple, and peach, alongside citrus zest (such as key lime), floral notes, and minerality. 

It features a balanced, medium body, bright acidity, and a refreshing finish with a touch of sweetness from honeysuckle, creating a versatile wine that is both a good food wine and a pleasant sipping wine. 

Memo Pairing Suggestions

Food Pairings: Highly versatile; pairs excellently with poultry (white meats), grilled seafood, leafy salads, and soft goat cheeses. Its crisp acidity also makes it a great match for vegetarian dishes.

Winemaker Description

Sylvain Bailly's vineyards are located on the renowned Kimmeridgian marl soils of Sancerre, which contribute to the wine's signature mineral character. The family has been cultivating these vineyards for generations, and their commitment to sustainable practices and meticulous winemaking ensures the purity and precision of their wines.

The Sancerre Chene Marchand Sylvain Bailly 2023 is a vibrant and classic expression of Sancerre. A moderate growing season allowed for optimal ripeness and crisp acidity.

This wine bursts with aromas of grapefruit, white flowers, and distinctive flinty minerality.

On the palate, expect a refreshing and lively experience with flavors of lemon zest, green apple, and a lingering, stony finish.

Pair this crisp Sancerre with goat cheese, oysters, or grilled asparagus. Its bright acidity and mineral notes make it a perfect aperitif or a delightful accompaniment to seafood and light salads.

Memo Summary Notes

The Sylvain Bailly Sancerre "Chêne Marchand" 2023 comes from one of the most prestigious "Cru" vineyards in the village of Bué. Chêne Marchand is famous for its caillottes (stony limestone) soil, which typically produces wines with more power, richness, and longevity than your average Sancerre.