BOURGOGNE SELECT
Since its creation in 2006, Bourgogne Select has brought together a selection of winemakers and small traders from all the wine regions of France.
B. Select, with “B” for Beaujolais and Burgundy because of the company’s proximity and partnerships with the areas that accompanied the creation and development of the business. “B” is also for Bordeaux, prominent in the export business. In addition, “B” represents all regions of France including about forty estates, independent winegrowers and wine artisans who excel in the quality of their wines and their craft.
“B” welcomes the Cave des Rouvres, Bourgogne Select’s “landmark”, that offers individuals and professionals, wine merchants, restaurants, associations and other resellers, a showcase of the wine regions of France.
DOMAINE “LA GEMIÈRE”
SANCERRE BLANC
Average Age of the Vines
25 years
Yield
60 hl/ha
Grape Variety
Sauvignon
Grounds
Pebbly soils "the Caillotte", clay and limestone white soils
Amendment
Organic without artificial fertilizer
Soil Improver
Culture of the soil and shearing of the grass – No residual weed-killer
Culture
Integrated vineyard management
Harvest
Mechanical
Wine Making
As soon as the grapes are harvested, they are pressed and juices flow by gravity into tanks. Must are racked 48 hours later, then preserved at low temperatures for 4 to 7 days before fermentation. The decision to add yeast depends on the parcels. Thermo regulated Alcoholic Fermentation. Breeding on fine dregs.
