Domaine du Nozay
La Plante Froide
Coming from the small climat of La Plante Froide in Sancerre, the vines are grown in Kimmeridgian marls with a large proportion of white calcareous stones, 220 meters high at the bottom of the Nozay’s valley with slight eastern slopes. The grapes come only from the plot that bears the same name.
The renowned “Terres Blanches” terroir of Sancerre supports vine health and resilience. Careful pruning, disbudding, and canopy management create an ideal microclimate, while soil practices boost biomass and vine vitality. The Domaine also explores sonic stimulation— broadcasting tonal sequences to enhance sap flow and plant well-being.
- Region
- Loire Valley
- Appellation
- Loire
- Sub-Appellation
- Sancerre AOP
- Varietal Composition
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Aging
- 10 months in stainless steel tanks.
- Alcohol
- 12.88%
La Plante Froide has a very bright golden yellow color. Its supple acidity and tannic structure dazzle the palate and release all its length. White flowers and citrus are evident on the nose and are complemented by a slight note of salinity and wood. On the palate, we find flavors of pear, exotic fruit, and a concentration balanced by acidity. It is a great wine of finesse.
Wine Spectator
90 Points
2023
"Mineral elements lead in this white, with a tightly coiled core of crushed rock underlying nectarine and floral notes, plus hints of honey cream and straw. Salty and precise, with a snappy feel to the medium-weight finish."
— Kristen Bieler, 2025
Wine Spectator
90 Points
2023
"Mineral elements lead in this white, with a tightly coiled core of crushed rock underlying nectarine and floral notes, plus hints of honey cream and straw. Salty and precise, with a snappy feel to the medium-weight finish. Drink now through 2028. 750 cases made, 150 cases imported."
— Kristen Bieler, 2025
