Domaine Gérard Boulay - Sancerre - Clos de Beaujeu - White - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 White Sancerre Clos de Beaujeu comes from a steep 1.5-hectare plot of Kimmeridgian marl with a 70% incline—one of Chavignol's most exceptional terroirs. In this vintage, with its power expertly harnessed, it offers a concentrated and full-bodied profile that will gracefully evolve over the coming decades. Rated 94/100 by RVF (Revue du Vin de France), one of France's most prestigious wine guides.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, 50-year-old vines, vinified in vats, indigenous yeasts, aged in 300-litre barrels on fine lees without stirring, no new barrels.

Color:

Pale, bright yellow.

Nose:

With lovely ripeness, highlighted by floral and citrus notes.

Palate:

This is a fresh, vibrant Sauvignon with a rich, dense texture, perfectly suited for aging.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Japanese-style fish, prawn tempura, lightly spiced tuna.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2034

Renowned in the Sancerre region and awarded 2 stars by the RVF, Gérard Boulay is a true master of Chavignol’s white, chalky soils—similar to those of Chablis and celebrated for producing wines with exceptional finesse and intense minerality.

On 14 hectares of the appellation’s most prized terroirs, he crafts wines with a strikingly pure mineral expression, free from overt varietal notes. These wines are powerful, structured, and built to age beautifully, showcasing depth and concentration.