2023 La Clef du Récit Sancerre, Loire Valley

A fleshy, plump, well-made version, with roundness to the pear and zesty peach skin flavors, shored up with savory green herb notes and tangy acidity that pulses throughout. Finely crushed minerals add to the chalky texture, with a smoky edge to the finish. Drink now through 2026.

89 points winespectator.com

Fine acidity and an enduring minerality are great companions in displaying the beautiful purity of this wine. Carried by zesty, bright yellow and citrus fruit characters, it manages the split between a light, refreshing Sancerre with a somewhat juicy mid-palate weight and a wonderful lingering finish far too easily!

Domaine La Clef du Récit is the exciting brand behind young and ambitious winemaker Anthony Girard. The property is located in Sancerre, in a tiny village called Récy, at the very eastern edge of the Loire Valley, France. Anthony used to work at his family's estate before deciding to find his feet in wineries across the globe. Upon his return five years later he was offered the rare opportunity to acquire a small 8.5 ha estate and pursue the lifelong dream of making wine true to his 'sancerroises origins'.

The name La Clef du Récit ('The key of the story') roots back to the moment when he was given a large key by the local press during the opening ceremony as a symbolic gesture for the new ownership. Ever since this moment Anthony reigns winery and vineyards with a charm, enthusiasm and authenticity that are certainly displayed in his wines.