Domaine Tabordet - Sancerre "La Belle Oreille" 2021

In the village of Verdigny, Domaine Tabordet was formed from 4.5 hectares of vines in the 1960s by Raymond Tabordet. Later passed onto his two sons, Yvon and Pascal in 1981 the estate began to expand to the appellation of Pouilly-Fumé. Today Marius Tabordet, along with his cousin Gaël operates the domaine under the guidance of Pascal. Marius monitors the vines, performs the vinification, and bring to life the signature of Tabordet within their expanding domaine of 16 hectares in Pouilly-Fume and 5 hectares in Sancerre.

The Sancerre La Belle Oreille is in a textural, chalky style that's starting to shed some of its primary vitality. The ripe apricot fruit and the gentle, full style reflect the warmth of the vintage and the chalk soils. Moderate concentration and length. Rebecca Gibb (2018 review). 100% Sauvignon Blanc.