Domaine Bersan

A traditional blend of Sauvignon Blanc & Sauvignon Gris, the entry-level cuvée is sourced from the humbler Portlandian Marl soils of the north-northwest-facing part of La Ronce lieu-dit just above the village and the north-facing Breau lieu-dit just below it, each at about 200m asl. Portlandian marls notwithstanding, Jasper Morris highlights La Ronce as one of the four best sites (out of 63 lieu-dits), as it makes “a spicy and complex St-Bris that needs food.” Vines between 5 and 35 years of age, with 3.5ha going into this wine. Considering St-Bris has only 161 hectares, this cuvée is a flagship example for the appellation as a whole. The must cold-settles for 5-10 days before enjoying a slow, low-temperature fermentation in 100% stainless steel. The wine then ages 6-10 months on the fine lees before being gently filtered and bottled, clocking 12.5% ABV in 2023, a testament to these Northern climes. Enjoy from now through 2028 as an aperitif or with salads topped with crab or chèvre.