Lucien Crochet, Sancerre Blanc "Croix du Roy", 2023

Lucien Crochet is a benchmark producer in Sancerre, and “Croix du Roy” is one of his signature bottlings—grown on limestone-rich soils near Bué and made with exacting care. The result? Classic Sancerre with a little more cut, depth, and tension.

The 2023 vintage is zippy and bright—think lemon zest, crushed chalk, and green apple skin—with a clean, linear structure that keeps it racy without being sharp. There's no oak here, just pure Sauvignon Blanc minerality, elevated by meticulous farming and old-vine fruit.

Perfect with oysters, goat cheese, sashimi, or just a glass by itself when you want something crisp, elegant, and deeply satisfying.