2023 Lucien Crochet Sancerre “Le Chêne Marchand,” Loire Valley - 750ML

95 Points – Sokolin Tasting Panel

From the celebrated village of Bué, Le Chêne Marchand is one of Domaine Lucien Crochet’s most distinctive expressions of Sancerre. Sourced from well-exposed, limestone-rich parcels, the 2023 combines ripe fruit and textural breadth with the focused mineral character that defines this renowned site.

Blend: 100% Sauvignon Blanc.

Tasting Notes: Aromatic and layered, with grapefruit, white peach, ripe pear and acacia blossom framed by fresh herbs and a subtle flinty note. The palate is supple and finely textured, revealing citrus, orchard fruit and chalky minerality, with vivid acidity carrying through a long, lifted finish.

Structure: Refined, mineral-driven and textural, with excellent freshness and measured ageing potential.

Drink Window: Enjoy now through 2033.

Decanting: Serve lightly chilled after 15–20 minutes in the glass. A brief 20-minute decant may help reveal additional aromatic detail when opened young.

This is a compelling choice for those seeking a more serious and site-expressive style of Sancerre. Equally suited to refined seafood dishes, a special dinner or several years in the cellar, Le Chêne Marchand offers precision, depth and understated distinction in every glass.