Domaine Henri Bourgeois : Le Cotelin 2020

Characteristics and Tasting Tips of the Cotelin 2020 from Domaine Henri Bourgeois

Tasting

Color
The color reveals a beautiful golden hue.

Nose
Lemon tart, gooseberry, honeysuckle, and chamomile fragrances blend harmoniously in a broad, rich nose.

Palate
Roundness and delicate texture, this wine seduces with toasted and slightly mineral notes on the palate.

Food and wine pairings

White meats, fish, aged or roasted cheeses make for refined pairings with this cuvée.

The Freshness and Complexity of a Loire White Wine by Henri Bourgeois

The Estate

Established in 1950 by Henri Bourgeois in Chavignol, this family-owned Loire estate continues a Sancerre winemaking tradition dating back to 1696 over more than ten generations. Under the direction of Jean-Marie, Arnaud, Lionel, and Jean-Christophe Bourgeois, the estate cultivates over 70 hectares in Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, specializing in Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. The Henri Bourgeois estate stands out for its exceptional plots like La Côte des Monts Damnés and its organic certification obtained in 2023.

The Vineyard

"Le Cotelin" is a Sancerre wine from the "Maimbray" plot, located in the northwest of the Sancerre appellation. This 1.23-hectare vineyard, planted in 1989, rests on characteristic Kimmeridgian marls.

Winemaking and Aging

Hand harvested at optimal maturity after berry tasting. Slow, gentle pressing over 3 hours, followed by natural cold settling for 5 days with daily lees stirring. Alcoholic fermentation lasts 4 weeks, divided between stainless steel tanks for one-third and 600-liter demi-muids for the remaining two-thirds. The total aging of this Sancerre white wine is 12 months, including lees stirring in barrels until Christmas, followed by a minimum of 12 months in bottle.

Grape Variety

100% Sauvignon Blanc.