Domaine Laporte is the result of a perfect blending of two renowned Sancerre families. Founded in 1850 in the village of Saint-Satur, Domaine Laporte was run for decades in the mid-20th century by René Laporte. Then, in 1986, well-known winegrower from Chavignol Henri Bourgeois purchased the domaine from René, keeping the old vineyard, cellar and house and maintaining the excellent reputation.

Now under the watchful eyes of Henri's two grandsons, Domaine Laporte is one of the most highly respected estates in the Loire Valley. It consists of more than 21 hectares, and the flagship Sancerre comes from one of the finest vineyards in the appellation, Domaine du Rochoy, a 6.8-hectare vineyard carved out of the flint hillside overlooking the Loire River. A single, contiguous plot with excellent south/southeast exposure, this monopole benefits from a rich subsoil composed of clay and flint, which imparts its distinctive character to the wine thanks to a unique mineral tension, luscious fruitiness, and great aging potential.

Laporte is a certified organic producer and the wine here is made in a very traditional, natural way, employing organic methods and always ensuring a sense of purity and excellence. With the different cuvées, the Bourgeois are able to explore the different expressions of Sancerre, all to very appealing effect.