ISABELLE GARRAULT- LES GRANDS MONTS SANCERRE

Isabelle Garrault "Les Grands Monts" Sancerre Blanc

Les Grands Monts is a Sauvignon Blanc from the renowned Sancerre appellation in the Loire Valley. Produced by Isabelle Garrault, the wine is sourced from old-vine vineyards around Verdigny, where limestone-rich soils contribute to its signature minerality and freshness.

Wine Style

1. Dry white wine
2. 100% Sauvignon Blanc
3. Light to medium body
4. High acidity
5. Mineral-driven and elegant

Appearance

1. Pale straw yellow
2. Brilliant clarity
3. Greenish highlights indicating freshness

Aroma (Nose)

1. Lime zest
2. Lemon peel
3. White flowers
4. Wet stone
5. Smoky herbs
6. Fresh-cut grass and subtle mineral notes

Taste (Palate)

1. Lemongrass
2. Ripe pear
3. Citrus fruits
4. Chalky minerality
5. Fresh herbs
6. Crisp acidity with excellent balance and precision

Finish

1. Long and refreshing
2. Pronounced mineral character
3. Lingering citrus and stone-fruit notes
4. Clean, mouthwatering acidity

Key Specifications

AttributeValue

Type

Dry White Wine

Grape

Sauvignon Blanc

Region

Sancerre, Loire Valley

Country

France

ABV

Approximately 13%

Soil

Limestone (Kimmeridgian)

Aging

Primarily Stainless Steel

Food Pairings

This wine is particularly well suited to:

1. Goat cheese (a classic Sancerre pairing)
2. Oysters and shellfish
3. Grilled fish
4. Shrimp and lobster
5. Fresh salads
6. Herb-roasted chicken
7. Vegetarian dishes featuring asparagus or herbs

Critical Reception

Recent vintages have received scores around 91 points from professional reviewers, who praise the wine's authenticity, citrus character, minerality, and food-friendly structure.

Overall Character

Isabelle Garrault Les Grands Monts Sancerre is a classic, terroir-driven Sancerre that emphasizes citrus, pear, wet stone, fresh herbs, and chalky minerality. Crisp and elegant rather than fruity or tropical, it showcases the refined, mineral-focused style that has made Sancerre one of the world's benchmark Sauvignon Blanc regions.