2022 les Chasseignes 91-93VM
Domaine Claude Riffault

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Terroir 3: Caillottes (aka Portlandian Limestone)
Locations called “Les Chasseignes” are common in Sancerre. This local name designates caillottes soil: shallow limestone soil and subsoil containing overlapping stones. Stéphane’s lieu-dit of this name is located north of his home and cellars in the village of Sury-en-Vaux. Released in late spring along with Les Boucauds (terres blanches), Les Chasseignes shows the nervier style of wine typical from this distinct terroir.

91-93 Vinous Media
The 2022 Les Chasseignes is a silky, richly textured Sancerre with a volume sensation in the mouth. There's an impression of sweet fruit and glycerol, which coats the palate on the long finish. Gently refreshing rather than bright, this marks a departure from the previous racy vintage. - By Rebecca Gibb MW on June 2023