Château de Thauvenay Sancerre Blanc Calcaire

Sancerre, with its calcareous marl soils, is the place to go for Sauvignon Blanc with substance. The Calcaire from Château de Thauvenay demonstrates what the so-called Terres Blanches can achieve: more body, more depth, more finish than a classic Loire white wine.

Domaine Hubert Brochard has been cultivating vineyards around Sancerre for generations. Château de Thauvenay is one of the most famous estates in the appellation – the deep calcareous marl soils store heat and give the wine a dense, creamy texture not found in lighter Sancerre vineyards.

In the glass, the Calcaire displays ripe gooseberry, citrus zest, and a hint of white peach. Beneath this lies a salty minerality that carries the finish long and dry. The acidity is present but integrated – not a sharp cut, but a clear line.

Serving temperature: 10–12 °C. Pairs well with grilled goat cheese (Crottin de Chavignol is a classic), scallops with butter sauce, or a simple salmon tartare. Drinking window: now until 2027.