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Jean Pabiot works the chalky soils of the Upper Loire, where Sauvignon Blanc reaches its most mineral expression. The winery's core offerings—Pouilly-Fumé Domaine des Fines Caillottes and its Cuvée Prestige counterpart—showcase the precision that defines this corner of the Loire Valley. Both draw from the same limestone-rich terroir that imparts the distinctive flinty character Pouilly-Fumé is known for. A third expression, Sancerre La Merisière Blanc, extends the portfolio across the appellation boundary, where similar chalk and clay substrates yield comparable aromatic intensity. Wine Enthusiast and Wine Spectator have rated these Sauvignon Blancs, reflecting their technical merit and balance. The winery's focus remains narrow and deliberate: capturing the interplay between grape and soil in a region where such distinctions matter most.
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