Terre de Silex 2022
Vignobles Berthier • Loire Valley
"The purest expression of flint: a vertical and profound Sauvignon Blanc, where minerality manifests itself in an electric freshness and unparalleled elegance."
Liquid Geology: The Power of Silex
Terre de Silex is not just a wine; it is a fragment of the Loire geography bottled by the Berthier family. The plots located on flint (silex) soils retain solar heat and impart to the grape a sensation of crystalline purity and smoky "gunflint" notes. This Sauvignon Blanc stands out for its untamed character, offering a tension that only the best terroirs of Coteaux du Giennois and Sancerre can achieve.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Vignobles Berthier
- Origin: Coteaux du Giennois / Sancerre, Loire Valley, France.
- Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc.
- Terroir: Clay soils with high flint content.
- Aging: On fine lees in stainless steel tanks.
- Volume: 750 ml
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Pale yellow with straw and steel reflections. Absolutely brilliant and clean in the glass.
Nose: High aromatic precision. Citrus notes (pink grapefruit, lime) and white fruits unfold over an unmistakable background of gunpowder and calcined stone, an undeniable signature of flint.
Palate: Frank and direct entry. It is a vertical wine, where a vibrant acidity guides the entire palate. Salty, long, and deeply mineral finish that invites a second sip.
3. Style Analysis
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4. Pairing and Service
Marine Gastronomy: An ideal partner for fresh oysters, scallop carpaccio, citrusy ceviches, or clams marinière.
The Regional Classic: There is no better pairing than Crottin de Chavignol goat cheese.
Premium Service: Enjoy strictly between 10°C and 12°C so as not to silence its mineral complexity.
5. Frequently Asked Questions
What does Silex soil bring to Sauvignon Blanc?
Unlike limestone soils that provide roundness, silex gives an almost electrical "tension" and unique smoky notes, known as pierres à fusil.
How long can it be stored?
Although it is delicious in its youth for its freshness, this wine has the necessary structure to evolve positively over the next 3 to 5 years in the cellar.