Henri Petit Bourgeois – Sauvignon Blanc (2023)

Henri Petit Bourgeois – Aromatic Mini Sancerre from the Loire

Henri Petit Bourgeois Sauvignon Blanc, often referred to as a “Mini Sancerre,” is an aromatic and elegant white wine from the Loire. With notes of citrus fruits, green apples, gooseberries and passion fruit, this wine presents a fresh and balanced taste experience, perfect for fish and shellfish. This wine is proof of Henri Bourgeois' expertise in Sauvignon Blanc.

Scent: This Mini Sancerre presents a fresh aroma of citrus fruits, green apples and gooseberries, with a light undertone of passion fruit.
Taste: The wine has a crisp and fruity taste with notes of citrus, green apples and gooseberries. Supported by a fresh acidity which gives a lively flavor profile.
Aftertaste: The aftertaste is clean and persistent, with a rigorous acidity that leaves a fresh and refreshing finish.

Henri Petit Bourgeois Sauvignon Blanc 2023 is known as a “Mini Sancerre” due to its elegant flavor profile reminiscent of the famous Sancerre wines from the same region. The grapes for this wine come from clay and calcareous soils in the Loire Valley, an area formerly known as the Garden of France. Here, Henri Bourgeois takes advantage of the cool climate and the optimal growing conditions to create a remarkable Sauvignon Blanc.

The wine ferments slowly at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks, a process that extends the fermentation time and preserves the wine's aromatic complexity. After fermentation, the wine rests on its lees for three months, which adds depth and a fuller flavor.

Henri Petit Bourgeois Mini Sancerre is characterized by its fresh citrus notes, green apples and gooseberries, providing a lively but well-balanced taste experience. The stringent acidity in the wine makes it particularly suitable for shellfish, fish and light poultry, but can also be enjoyed alone for its fresh and clean character. This wine is an excellent example of how Sauvignon Blanc can express its terroir. At the same time, it offers a more accessible price compared to a classic Sancerre.

About the Producer – Expertise and Tradition in the Loire

For ten generations, the Henri Bourgeois family has dedicated itself to wine production in the Loire Valley, with a focus on Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. With roots in the village of Chavignol, renowned for Sancerre wines, the family has built a reputation for creating terroir-driven wines of high quality. Their fields extend over 72 hectares and include as many as 124 parcels. Which allows them to create complex and characterful wines.

In recent years, the family has invested in a modern "gravity feed" winery that combines tradition and innovation to ensure consistently high quality. Their commitment to sustainability is reflected in their certifications, where the wines are grown with respect for the environment and organic principles. Henri Bourgeois wines are enjoyed in some of the world's best restaurants, cementing their position as one of the Loire Valley's leading producers.