{"title":"Domaine Laporte","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"laporte-sancerre-la-comtesse-2024","title":"Laporte Sancerre La Comtesse 2024","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine is it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLa Comtesse by Domaine Laporte is an organic white wine from the Loire Valley with Sancerre designation, an authentic expression of \u003cstrong\u003eSauvignon Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e fermented and matured in stainless steel. In the glass, it displays a pale gold colour with silvery highlights, opening with distinct mineral notes and aromas of mandarin. On the palate, it reveals a \u003cstrong\u003efleshy and succulent texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, supported by vibrant freshness and an enveloping structure. It is ideal for pairing with \u003cstrong\u003egrilled fish and shellfish\u003c\/strong\u003e or sea bass with fennel, served chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere does it come from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from the La Comtesse plot, situated on a steep south-facing slope overlooking Chavignol. The vines sink their roots into the renowned \u003cstrong\u003eKimmeridgian marl\u003c\/strong\u003e, a complex matrix of clay and fossilised shells. This geology, combined with excellent \u003cstrong\u003esun exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensures full ripening and gives the wine a profound \u003cstrong\u003emineral character\u003c\/strong\u003e. The connection between climate and soil defines a style that is precise and highly concentrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter a rigorous manual harvest, the grapes undergo gentle pressing and static cold settling. The must ferments in stainless steel tanks thanks to the action of \u003cstrong\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e. The absence of malolactic fermentation preserves the original freshness of the variety. This is followed by \u003cstrong\u003ematuration in stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e for five months on fine lees and a period of \u003cstrong\u003ebottle ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e to perfect its balance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in the renowned La Comtesse parcel in Chavignol, this prestigious \u003cstrong\u003eorganic Sancerre\u003c\/strong\u003e draws its character from the famous \u003cstrong\u003eKimmeridgian marl\u003c\/strong\u003e. With roots delving into clay and fossilised shells, the wine from Domaine Laporte develops a vibrant and unmistakable mineral signature. Its excellence is widely recognised by international critics, as evidenced by the 94 points and coveted mention from Wine Enthusiast. 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Hailing from the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003ePouilly-Fumé\u003c\/strong\u003e area, it appears in the glass with a brilliant golden colour, complex and well-balanced. The aromatic bouquet opens with hints of white flowers, enriched by refined toasted notes and subtle touches of vanilla. On the palate, it reveals lively freshness, accompanied by pleasant hints of exotic fruit, finishing the tasting with a \u003cstrong\u003esavoury\u003c\/strong\u003e and very elegant finish. The vinification process involves the use of steel, oak and amphora.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere does it come from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates from a historic vineyard whose roots can be traced back to the late fifteenth century. The grapes come from old vines grown in a plot of \u003cstrong\u003eDomaine Laporte\u003c\/strong\u003e of just over one hectare. The roots delve into an exceptional terroir, characterised by clay, Kimmeridgian marl, marine fossils and flint. 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