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Clos de la Néore
Sancerre · Loire · France
Domaine Edmond Vatan is nestled in the small village of Chavignol, in the county of Cher. The domaine produces "le Clos de la Néore," arguably the most sought-after wine in the Sancerre appellation and also the most secretive. With only 4,000 bottles produced annually, and this number varying based on climatic conditions, tasting this wine is a privilege reserved for the fortunate few. Little information is available about Domaine Edmond Vatan—it's confidential and unique.
“The vines are planted on Kimmeridgian soil, rich in fossilised sea shells, which imparts a distinct mineral salinity to the wine's finish.”
The Vatan family has skillfully leveraged this singular terroir. The estate comprises just one hectare, located on a south-facing parcel at Monts Damnés. Edmond Vatan first established a tradition of excellence, which continues under his daughter Anne, who took over production after working as an archaeologist until 2008. Anne humbly admits she "still has a lot to learn, especially about the vines," yet her results speak for themselves: consistently high-quality, sophisticated wines that are a testament to the family's exceptional expertise.
