Henri Bourgeois Sancerre Blanc ES-56 '22

The ES-56 presents a brilliant straw yellow color with silver reflections. The aromatic profile is intensely focused and mineral-driven, bursting with scents of freshly sliced lime, green apple, wet river stone, and a subtle hint of smoky flint. The palate is razor-sharp and linear, defined by a stunning, electric acidity that carries pure flavors of grapefruit pith, lemon zest, and a profound chalky salinity. Its texture is sleek and precise, leading to a long, bone-dry finish that lingers with notes of crushed rocks. This wine is named for the specific Kimmeridgian limestone soil type of its vineyard and is fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel to preserve its breathtaking purity and tension. Earning 93 points, it is an ultimate expression of Sancerre terroir and ideal with oysters on the half shell or fresh goat cheese.