Gitton Père & Fils – Les Herses Sancerre 2023 – Loire Valley France

Gitton Père & Fils Les Herses 2023 is a classic Sancerre from the Loire Valley, crafted from Sauvignon Blanc grown on silex-rich soils, delivering minerality, precision, and aromatic intensity.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Region: Sancerre, Loire Valley, France
• Vintage: 2023
• Soil: Silex (flint), clay, limestone
• Vinification: Indigenous yeast fermentation in stainless steel tanks
• Style: Dry, mineral-driven white wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Color: Straw yellow with green reflections
• Aromas: Intense and aromatic with citrus and fresh herbal tones
• Palate: Velvety and balanced with slight grip and pronounced minerality
• Finish: Clean, precise, and flinty

Les Herses reflects the classic Sancerre profile: vibrant citrus, subtle herbal freshness, and a distinctive mineral backbone derived from silex soils. Elegant yet structured, it captures both terroir expression and Loire purity.

🍽️ Food Pairing

• Fresh oysters or grilled shrimp
• Seared scallops
• Goat cheese (especially Crottin de Chavignol)

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of crisp, mineral Sauvignon Blanc
✓ Fans of terroir-driven French whites
✕ Not ideal if you prefer creamy or oak-heavy whites