2021 William Fevre Saint-Bris Sauvignon Blanc, Burgundy

William Fèvre Saint-Bris Sauvignon Blanc from Burgundy is a fascinating outlier in a region best known for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Saint-Bris is the only appellation in Burgundy permitted to produce Sauvignon Blanc, and William Fèvre captures its character with precision and energy. The fruit is sourced from vineyards just southwest of Chablis, where Kimmeridgian limestone soils and a cool, maritime-influenced climate give the wine its zesty freshness and mineral drive.

The nose is lifted and aromatic, offering white peach, lime blossom, and gooseberry alongside subtle notes of elderflower and crushed oyster shell. On the palate, it delivers a vibrant burst of citrus and green apple, rounded by hints of tropical fruit and a flinty edge. The texture is crisp and clean, underpinned by bright acidity and a saline finish that reflects its Chablisienne terroir heritage.

Its lively, citrus-driven profile makes it a natural pairing for freshly shucked oysters, goat’s cheese with herbs, grilled sardines, or a simple tomato and basil salad. It also works beautifully as an aperitif, especially in warmer months. While it is intended to be enjoyed in its youth for maximum freshness, it can be cellared for three to five years to allow the minerality to shine more prominently.