Domaine Hubert Brochard manages 205 acres in Sancerre with the majority of the vineyards planted to Sauvignon Blanc. The chalky, clay-limestone soils of Chateau De Thauvenay date back 157 million years from rock formations created during the kimmeridgian period. The average age of these vines are 30 years old and this Sancerre is aged for eight months in stainless steel tanks.

It is crystalline clear in appearance with notes of white flowers and finely chiseled stones. This racy white is built around a framework honeydew, lemon oil, limestone and sea salt with a background of fresh mineral acidity that maintains its interest factor through the vibrant finish. Clean, fresh and built for a warm summer patio day or with a delicately seasoned grilled fish with thyme and capers.

By W Peter Hoyne