Wines Quincy Jean-Michel Sorbe - Clos de la Victoire - 2021

Jean Michel Sorbe’s Quincy "Cuvée Clos de la Victoire" 2021 is a fine example of Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc, a grape that thrives in the cool climates and varied soils of this historic viticultural region. The 2021 vintage is notable for its freshness and purity, reflecting a vintage marked by both early challenges and a balanced, elegant ripeness in the finished wine. The grapes for this cuvée are sourced from carefully tended plots within the Quincy AOC, an appellation renowned for producing expressive, mineral-driven white wines. Vinification here is oriented toward preserving the grape's aromatic intensity and vivacity, likely involving cold temperature fermentation in stainless steel to retain all the energetic citrus and floral notes that characterise Quincy.

Quincy itself, nestled in the Centre-Loire, is one of the Loire Valley’s lesser-known but historic terroirs, with a tradition of white wine production going back centuries. The region’s terroir is defined by sandy-gravel soils over clay, which contribute finesse and a distinctive minerality to the wines. The temperate continental climate, influenced by the nearby Cher river, allows for a slow, even ripening of grapes, promoting excellent acidity and aromatic freshness—hallmarks of Loire Sauvignon Blanc. Quincy was the second French AOC, established in 1936, reflecting its proud heritage and longstanding reputation for quality whites.

With its bright citrus and green apple notes, subtle hints of white flowers, and a lingering, saline finish, this wine will pair beautifully with a range of dishes. Fresh shellfish such as oysters, langoustines or crab, simply dressed salads with goat’s cheese, or delicate preparations of river fish will all complement its zest and minerality. For a regional pairing, try it with Crottin de Chavignol or a tartine of rillettes de poisson.

To fully enjoy all its aromatic nuances and crisp acidity, serve the Quincy "Clos de la Victoire" 2021 well chilled, ideally between 8-10°C.