{"product_id":"philippe-sauger-cheverny-blanc-cuvee-du-marquis","title":"Philippe Sauger Cheverny Blanc Cuvée du Marquis","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"556\"\u003eCheverny Blanc Cuvée de Marquis 2024 is a vibrant Loire wine perfect for aperitifs, shellfish, and light fish dishes where freshness and finesse are paramount. This is the same cuvée that Domaine Sauger itself bottles as Cheverny Blanc Tradition, making it directly representative of the house's classic white style in Cheverny. The wine is at its best when young, focusing primarily on crisp fruit, precision, and elegance. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14jexaw\" data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"581\"\u003eVineyards and Region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"765\"\u003eIts origin lies in a classic white Loire region where fresh style and aromatic tension are central. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tqk7zz\" data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eLocation \/ Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domaine Sauger is located on the left bank of the Loire in Loir-et-Cher, near Cheverny, Chambord, Blois, and Chenonceau, on the edge of the Sologne. This gives the wine a distinct place within the heart of the Loire châteaux. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6cn97o\" data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eClimate \u0026amp; Influences:\u003c\/strong\u003e The climate is oceanic, moderately oceanic in summer, with additional influence from the large forests of the Sologne such as Chambord, Cheverny, and Russy. This combination helps keep the white style fresh and precise. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16kq7ke\" data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The soils are sablo-argileux, meaning sandy with clay, and are also described as lean clayey sand. It is precisely on this type of soil that the white cuvée gains its aromatic tension and fine line. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9ls4gn\" data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e The yield is 60 hl\/ha. This suits a style that prioritizes vibrancy and consistency over breadth or extraction. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nispz6\" data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003eVinification and Aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003eThe cellar approach here is strict and precise, entirely focused on pure fruit and freshness. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oeg4ed\" data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"2249\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The harvest is mechanical, with grapes picked at optimal ripeness based on analysis and tasting. For the most part, this is followed by sorting and destemming, ensuring a clean and precise base. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1093cuv\" data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2649\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The majority of the fruit is pressed directly, with an additional 20–25% skin maceration and a static or cold settling of 12–24 hours. This is followed by a slow fermentation of 3 weeks at 18 °C in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, without malolactic fermentation, which gives the wine its bright freshness and citrus-driven style. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jdl8ni\" data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2680\"\u003eAging \/ Oak Ageing:\u003c\/strong\u003e After fermentation, the wine is immediately racked and further aged on fine lees until bottling. This allows it to gain roundness and texture, while the style remains pure and crisp without oak influence. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9tra1w\" data-start=\"2968\" data-end=\"2991\"\u003eGrape Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3165\"\u003eThe blend is classic for white Cheverny, combining aromatic lift with extra elegance. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3604\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h3ylao\" data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3407\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3169\" data-end=\"3204\"\u003e80% Sauvignon Blanc – Cheverny:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sauvignon Blanc forms the core of the wine, giving it its citrus-driven nose, aromatic tension, and lively attack. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fd3x8j\" data-start=\"3408\" data-end=\"3604\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3410\" data-end=\"3440\"\u003e20% Chardonnay – Cheverny:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay complements this fresh line with more roundness and extra elegance on the palate. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1kwabyh\" data-start=\"3606\" data-end=\"3637\"\u003eTasting Notes and Serving Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3639\" data-end=\"4033\"\u003eLight in color, with bright reflections and a fresh lemon nose. On the palate, this Cheverny is dry, crisp, and fruity, with nuances of green apple and a slight hint reminiscent of blackcurrant bud. The finish remains lively, clean, and precise, exactly the type of white Loire that provides much pleasure when young. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4035\" data-end=\"4567\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"otzp9h\" data-start=\"4035\" data-end=\"4263\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4037\" data-end=\"4060\"\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 °C works best here, as this range clearly brings out the citrus freshness and crisp line of the wine. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h8jb8x\" data-start=\"4264\" data-end=\"4567\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4266\" data-end=\"4280\"\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seafood, shellfish, asparagus, and cold or lightly sauced fish dishes pair beautifully here, as the wine has enough freshness and precision for refined, salty, and green flavors. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"swremm\" data-start=\"4569\" data-end=\"4607\"\u003eMore Information about Domaine Sauger\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4609\" data-end=\"5177\"\u003eDomaine Sauger is a family estate that has been passed down through generations since 1870 and today comprises 30 hectares in the Cheverny appellation. Philippe Sauger took over the estate in 1988 after his education in viticulture and oenology and subsequently modernized both the vinification and the commercial development of the house. This combination of a long family history and targeted innovation is well-suited to an estate that produces classic Loire wines with clear, contemporary precision.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Philipper Sauger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45091118055503,"sku":"6753","price":12.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/PhilippeSaugerChevernyBlancCuveeduMarquis.webp?v=1776254888","url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/en\/products\/philippe-sauger-cheverny-blanc-cuvee-du-marquis","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}