2017 Domaine des Cotes Blanches Sancerre

Domaine Cotes Blanches was established in 1930's by Bernard and Pierre Millet. In 1980, it was time for the second generation to take the reins, so Francois and Monique expanded the estate to 21 hectares of vines (15 Sauvignon ,6 Pinot Noir). After returning from his studies in Beaune five years ago, Nicolas (son of Francois and Monique) joined the family-run estate and brought a new energized passion. The family is dedicated to the land and the environment by which they are surrounded. All farming is done organically, harvest dates are dictated by nature rather than the calendar, and only gravity systems are used in the winemaking--no pumps-- and all wines are allowed to rest 6-8 weeks in bottle before release.