2023 Grande Roche Saint Bris
In the land of Chardonnay, this is Burgundy’s only appellation made from Sauvignon Blanc. Our Saint-Bris comes from 40-year-old vines rooted in stony clay-limestone soils. From this fruit, we craft a fragrant wine (grapefruit, lychee, passion fruit…) that balances the grape’s freshness with the minerality of its terroir.
Mostly aged in stainless steel to preserve purity, a brief stint in seasoned oak barrels on 10% of the blend brings subtle structure to the palate. Its balance and straightforward charm make it a natural companion to seafood, salads, goat cheeses, or dishes with fresh vegetables.
- Saint-Bris, Burgundy's only Sauvignon Blanc appellation, from 40-year-old vines.
- Stony clay-limestone; mostly stainless steel, with 10% in seasoned oak.
- Grapefruit and lychee over fresh acidity.
- Appellation
- Saint-Bris
- Variety
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Vine age
- About 40 years
- Soil
- Stony clay-limestone
- Ageing
- Mostly stainless steel; 10% in seasoned oak
Tasting Notes
Fragrant grapefruit, lychee and passionfruit on the nose. The palate balances the grape's fresh, zesty acidity with a stony, mineral core from clay limestone soils. A small portion in seasoned oak gives a little more structure. Crisp and direct, with a clean citrus finish.
Distributed in Australia by Principal Wine.