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Pop-Up Tasting: Domaine Laporte Sancerre

  • Le Midi 2108 West Division Street Chicago, IL, 60622 United States (map)

Domaine Laporte is the result of a perfect blending of two renowned Sancerre families. Founded in 1850 in the village of Saint-Satur, Domaine Laporte was run for decades in the mid-20th century by René Laporte. A visionary chair of the Sancerre appellation for 20 years, René was a pioneer in producing low-yield, characterful Sancerre during a time when many others in the region were focusing on quantity over quality. Then, in 1986, well-known winegrower from Chavignol Henri Bourgeois purchased the domaine from René, keeping the old vineyard, cellar and house and maintaining the excellent reputation.

Now under the watchful eyes of Henri's two grandsons, Arnaud and Cedric Bourgeois, Domaine Laporte is one of the most highly respected estates in the Loire Valley. It consists of more than 21 hectares, and the flagship Sancerre comes from one of the finest vineyards in the appellation, Domaine du Rochoy, a 6.8-hectare vineyard carved out of the flint hillside overlooking the Loire River.

Your tasting experience includes 4 tasting pours of these select wines:

Laporte Vin de France Sauvignon Blanc Le Bouquet
A vibrant, citrus-driven Sauvignon Blanc bursting with fresh grapefruit, white peach, and floral notes, offering exceptional Loire Valley freshness and value.

Laporte Sancerre La Terre des Anges
A classic Sancerre showcasing bright lime, gooseberry, and mineral character, balanced by crisp acidity and a refined, elegant finish.

Laporte Sancerre Cuvée R
A richer, more focused Sancerre sourced from select vineyard parcels, combining ripe citrus and stone fruit flavors with striking flinty minerality and depth.

Laporte Sancerre Rosé Grandmontains
A refreshing and expressive rosé with aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, and rose petals, delivering lively acidity and a dry, savory finish.

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