Introduction:
The 2024 Domaine Bailly-Reverdy “Le Pierrier de la Chapelle” Sancerre is a vibrant, terroir-driven Sauvignon Blanc that combines crisp fruit character with flinty mineral energy. It captures the essence of Sancerre through clarity, precision, and finesse.

Terroir:
Grapes hail from selected parcels in the Sancerre appellation, on soils featuring flint (caillottes) and flinty marl over limestone, which impart signature minerality and tension. The cool Loire climate and steady breezes preserve brisk acidity and aromatic lift.

Appearance:
Pale straw-yellow with subtle green highlights; bright, clear and luminous in the glass.

Nose:
Elegant and fresh: lemon zest, green apple and white peach are layered with crushed stone/flint, subtle herbs and a hint of sea salt.

Palate:
Light to medium body with vivid citrus (lemon, lime) and orchard fruit (pear, green apple). A finely tuned mineral backbone and brisk acidity give structure, while the texture remains crisp and clean.

Finish:
Persistent and refreshing, with lingering citrus peel, wet-stone minerality and a whisper of salinity. The finish holds clarity and invites another sip.

Food Pairing Suggestions:

• Meat dish: Grilled seabass with lemon & chive or smoked trout with green herb oil

• Vegetarian option: Asparagus risotto with Parmigiano-Reggiano or peas & mint salad

• Cheese pairing: Fresh chèvre (goat’s cheese) or mild goat curd to highlight the wine’s freshness

Overall Impression:
The 2024 “Le Pierrier de la Chapelle” is a refined and lively Sancerre—aromatic, mineral-charged and poised. Its combination of fruit clarity, incisive acidity and underlying flintiness make it both invigorating and elegant. Ready to enjoy now, yet structured enough to evolve modestly over the next 3-5 years.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): ~12.5%
Farming Practices: Sustainable
Producer Name: Domaine Bailly-Reverdy
Old World / New World: Old World
Country of Origin: France
Region: Sancerre, Loire Valley
Grape Varietals: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2024
Wine Style: Dry white; aromatic, crisp, mineral-driven
Winemaking Techniques: Fermented in stainless steel with native yeasts; aged on fine lees with minimal SO₂; limited or neutral oak use
Pack Size: 750 mL
Container Style: Standard glass white wine bottle
Closure Style: Cork