At a glance

Producer

Jean-Max Roger

Region

Sancerre, Loire Valley, France

Grape variety

Sauvignon Blanc

Wine type

White

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$29-$40 (estimated, 2024 pre-release)

Tasting profile

Citrus zest, lime, grapefruit pith, fresh-cut grass, flinty minerality, delicate floral notes. Palate is taut, racy with vibrant acidity.

Evolution: Over 1-3 years, grassy and citrus notes mellow, mineral character expresses more. Fruit rounds out, with subtle savory hints.

At peak: Perfect balance of fruit, acidity, and minerality at the 2-3 year mark, finishing crisp and precise.

Structure

Acidity

High (typical Sancerre freshness, crisp and racy)

Tannins

None (white wine, no perceptible tannins)

Alcohol

12.5-13% ABV (typical for the region/vintage)

Aging potential

Short to moderate (2-4 years optimal for primary characteristics)

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2026 to 2027

Optimal window

2025 to 2028

Current status

Too young, just released or in pre-release

Current condition

Primary, vibrant, very fresh

Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc is prized for freshness and minerality. The wine peaks with pure fruit, lively acidity, and signature limestone minerality between 2-3 years, after which fruit softens and vibrancy may fade.

Food pairing

Goat cheese (Crottin de Chavignol), oysters, shellfish, white fish in lemon butter, asparagus, spring salads.

Serving

Decant

Not required