The 2022 Domaine Clément Lavallée Saint-Bris Les Copains d’Abord is a distinctive Sauvignon Blanc from Saint-Bris in northern Burgundy. Grown on clay-limestone soils, it shows fresh lemon, grapefruit and white currant alongside elderflower, subtle herbs and flinty mineral notes.
On the palate, it is dry, vibrant and finely textured, with lively acidity giving definition to citrus and fresh fruit. The wine is vinified in stainless steel before ageing for close to a year in oak, adding gentle texture while retaining Sauvignon Blanc’s freshness and aromatic character. A saline, mineral quality carries through the long, citrus-driven finish.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for Sauvignon Blanc drinkers looking for a distinctive northern Burgundy expression with bright acidity, fine texture and mineral depth. Enjoy now or allow some further bottle development. Ideal with oysters, prawns, grilled white fish, roast chicken, asparagus or goat’s cheese.
