Domaine Crochet Sancerre Chene Marchand 2022

While many Sancerres are content to be merely zippy, this bottle offers a far more serious conversation. Coming from one of the most celebrated vineyards in the appellation, the 2022 vintage captures a beautiful tension between sun-ripened power and vibrant minerality. On the nose, it’s an expressive bouquet of lemon curd, white peach, and a distinct herbal edge—think freshly rubbed sage and boxwood.

The Breakdown

The Terroir: Grown on the famous caillottes (stony limestone) of Bué. This soil gives the wine its chiseled structure and a saline, flinty finish that keeps you coming back for another sip.

The Palate: Unlike leaner entry-level bottlings, this has real weight. You’ll find a concentrated core of citrus and stone fruit, balanced by a high-toned acidity that feels like a lightning bolt through the glass.

The Finish: Long, chalky, and incredibly clean. It’s a wine that feels focused—there’s no flab here, just pure, crystalline Sauvignon Blanc.