2024 Domaine Raffaitin Planchon Sancerre
- "France's Tangiest, Most Thirst-Quenching White Wines" ~WS
- Handcrafted on Sancerre’s Iconic Limestone Slopes
- "The Epitome of Elegant White Wines" ~Wine Enthusiast
- A Loire Valley Gem—Bright, Zesty and Effortlessly Refined
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About the Wine
“Sancerre is home to some of France's tangiest, most thirst-quenching white wines, made from Sauvignon Blanc.” ~Wine Spectator.
We love Sancerre, and so do some of the most celebrated wine critics in the world, like Robert Parker who described Sancerre as "a beacon of purity and precision,” or Wine Enthusiast who said it is "the epitome of elegant white wines.”
Born on hills where goats once ruled and grain once waved, the 2023 Domaine Raffaitin Planchon Sancerre is proof that good things happen when you swap tractors for terroir. This zesty, mineral-driven stunner comes from a family that’s been doing things their way since the ‘'50s—before Sancerre was cool (and long before Sauvignon Blanc got its passport stamped by New Zealand).
Back in the day, it was Jean-Claude Raffaitin’s parents who started farming the valleys of Bué and Amigny, two postcard-perfect villages where the land speaks fluent terroir. Fast-forward to the 1980s, and Jean-Claude swapped wheat and wildflowers for vines. Cue applause. Today, with son Antoine now in the mix, it's a father-son duo that keeps the juice flowing and the family legacy alive—like a French wine sitcom, but with less drama and better taste.
Pair it with goat cheese if you want to keep it classic (Sancerre + chèvre = BFFs since 1936), or go rogue with seared white fish and a knowing smile. Either way, you win.
So yes, it’s delicious. But it’s also a story—a tale of love, legacy, limestone, and a family that decided to grow greatness.
Domaine Raffaitin Planchon doesn’t make wine for awards shows or red carpets. They make wine for your table, your terrace, your Tuesday night. And that’s why this Sancerre hits different.
Drink it cold. Drink it often. Just don’t expect it to stay in stock.
Tasting Notes
100% Sauvignon Blanc.
Bright, zesty, and effortlessly refined. Aromas of lemon peel, grapefruit, and white peach burst from the glass, wrapped in delicate white flowers and a whisper of flint.
The palate is razor-sharp yet graceful — vibrant citrus and sleek minerality glide into a refreshing, mouth-watering finish. A true Sancerre classic, perfect on its own or with fresh seafood, goat cheese, and sun-soaked summer fare.
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At A Glance
- Varietal:
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Region:
- Loire Valley
- Sub-Appellation:
- Sancerre
- Size:
- 750ml
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- Fish · Shellfish · Oyster · Appetizers
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Domaine Raffaitin- Planchon
Nestled in the rolling limestone hills of Amigny, in the heart of the Sancerre wine-growing area, the 15-hectare Domaine Raffaitin-Planchon has been crafting elegant Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc for generations. Family-owned and steeped in tradition, the estate captures the essence of Sancerre’s famed chalk and flint soils, producing wines that balance purity, minerality, and finesse. Each vintage is shaped by the region’s cool climate and the family’s meticulous care — from hand-tended vines to precise stainless-steel vinification. The result is a Sancerre that feels alive with citrus brightness, floral lift, and a whisper of stone — a timeless expression of place and craft that defines the Raffaitin-Planchon legacy.
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