DOMAINE HENRI BOURGEOIS
At the heart of Chavignol — an emblematic village of the Sancerre appellation — Domaine Henri Bourgeois has upheld a winemaking tradition deeply rooted in land and time for more than three centuries. Since 1696, generation after generation of the Bourgeois family has cultivated the vine with the same unwavering commitment: to reveal the personality of Sancerre's terroirs with precision, elegance, and respect.
Today, the estate encompasses some of the appellation's most emblematic terroirs and is fully certified organic. Every plot is farmed as a unique entity, with the constant goal of faithfully translating the identity of soil, climate, and vintage. The wines of Domaine Henri Bourgeois are recognized worldwide for their aromatic purity, mineral tension, and precision of expression.
Beyond its wines, the estate is a living destination — a place to discover what makes great Sancerre truly singular: the vines, the terroirs, and a long tradition of hospitality through tastings and tours.
The grape varieties of Domaine Henri Bourgeois
The identity of the estate's wines is intimately tied to two grape varieties emblematic of Sancerre.
The terroirs of Sancerre
In Sancerre, terroir is everything. At Domaine Henri Bourgeois, it is the very heart of our work — in the vineyard and in the cellar. The vineyard rests on three main soil families that each shape the style of the wines. Within each family, a multitude of micro-terroirs gives every plot a unique profile.
Each plot on the estate is vinified separately to preserve the unique character of its soil and reveal the full range of Sancerre’s expressions.
Kimmeridgian Marl (Terres Blanches):
Limestone-Clay (Caillottes):
Flint (Silex):
Wine appellations
of Famille Bourgeois
La Famille Bourgeois produces wines in several iconic regions of the Loire Valley and Sauvignon Blanc.
Sancerre
Pouilly-fumé
New Zealand
Wine tourism at Domaine Henri Bourgeois
Domaine Henri Bourgeois welcomes all wine lovers interested in discovering the wines of Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, and the Clos Henri estate in New Zealand.
Our tasting room is open year-round (10 a.m.–6 p.m.), offering a variety of experiences designed to help you explore the world of the estate and our wines:
- guided tastings
- vineyard tours
- themed tastings and tours
- events featuring the estate’s wines
These special moments offer insight into what defines the identity of Sancerre wines: the vines, the terroir, and the work of the men and women who tend them.
Domaine Henri Bourgeois welcomes all wine lovers interested in discovering the wines of Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, and the Clos Henri estate in New Zealand.
Our tasting room is open year-round (10 a.m.–6 p.m.), offering a variety of experiences designed to help you explore the world of the estate and our wines:
- guided tastings
- vineyard tours
- themed tastings and tours
- events featuring the estate’s wines
These special moments offer insight into what defines the identity of Sancerre wines: the vines, the terroir, and the work of the men and women who tend them.
FAQ
Domaine Henri Bourgeois
Can we visit Domaine Henri Bourgeois?
Can we visit Domaine Henri Bourgeois?
Yes, the estate welcomes visitors year-round for tastings and vineyard tours.
Where is Domaine Henri Bourgeois located?
Where is Domaine Henri Bourgeois located?
The estate is located in Chavignol, a historic village in the Sancerre appellation in the Loire Valley.
What wines does Domaine Henri Bourgeois produce?
What wines does Domaine Henri Bourgeois produce?
The estate primarily produces Sancerre wines, as well as Pouilly-Fumé and wines from the Clos Henri estate in New Zealand.