2023 Domaine Vacheron Sancerre Les Romains Loire, France Cayuse Vineyards limestone-centric soils

limestone-centric soils

The Trebbiano is foot trodden in wooden tubs for two reasons: in order to avoid contact between the iron presses and the acids of the fruit and also for the textural complexity resulting in the subtle maceration that happens when the trodden skins release their characteristics in to the juice

Malolactic fermentation is not forced and with the cave’s low temperatures

new European oak then transferred to used casks

2023 Domaine Vacheron Sancerre Les Romains Loire, France Cayuse Vineyards limestone-centric soilsThis is a single parcel Sauvignon Blanc grown on silex (flint), which imparts a smoky mineral edge and taut energy. The domaine is certified biodynamic and harvests by hand. The fruit is direct pressed, fermented with native yeasts, and raised on fine lees in neutral vessels with minimal SO before a light filtration at bottling. The style is linear, saline, and built for precision and longevity. Arrives late August, 2025.