Gilles Lesimple Sancerre 2023

Sancerre 2023 100% Sauvignon Blanc Region: Loire Valley ESTATE HISTORY Gilles Lesimple comes from four generations of winegrowers. Based in the village of Chavignol, a commune in Sancerre, he has worked in the industry since 1997. After having trained in a stellar American winery, he took over the family estate in Chavignol, where he harvests 10 hectares, of which 85% are Sauvignon Blanc. After several years working with local wine merchants of the commune, Gilles recently decided to start bottling his own wine. He takes cares for his vines with minimum intervention to ensure maximum respect for the environment. TERROIR Gilles Lesimple is fortunate to own land covering the three main Sancerre terroirs: Caillottes (limestone),Kimmeridgian marnes and Flint (Silex). VITICULTURE Sustainable farming. Gilles Lesimple farms his vines with minimum intervention, to ensure maximum respect for the environment. He works the soil to develop the biodiversity. WINEMAKING The wines are vinified separately, in temperature controlled cement tanks. Gilles then blends and ages the wine in stainless steel, creating a wine that reflects each vintage. TASTING & FOOD PAIRINGS Fresh and joyous aromas, ranging from floral to exotic fruits, a hint of citrus, with a tight, lemony and joyful mouth. Aromas of apricot jam and lemon, with a finish of dry fruits. This Sancerre pairs well with seafood, spicy Food, and vegetables. Also great with Thai and Japanese food.