Gerard Boulay – Sancerre Sale 8-28-24

“Given the crystalline purity of his Sauvignon Blancs, [Gerard Boulay] has become one of my favorite producers of the central Loire. If you want to know what true Sancerre tastes like, try one of his single-vineyard bottlings. It does not come any better!” – Joel Payne, Vinous
 
Gerard Boulay
 

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Love French Sauvignon Blanc? So do we! We offer a wide selection from some of our favorite growers, including Gerard Boulay.
 
Gerard Boulay makes some of the best aromatic white wines in France from his vineyards in Chavignol.  This town is the true beating heart of Sancerre and home to top names in the region (including Vatan, Cotat, and Boulay). From his parcels in La Grande Côte, Monts Damnés, and Clos Beaujeu, all of his wines ring with terroir and the unique minerality.
 
The wines of Gerard Boulay are exceptionally age-worthy, collectible, and profound: a rare combination in Sauvignon Blanc. This is a cult level producer at accessible pricing. It’s remarkable that these wines are available on the open market, considering the Boulay family has been known for exceptional quality since its founding in 1380.
 
Gerard Boulay takes his own motto, “nature makes the wine,” to heart. He constantly strives for perfection with minimal intervention and farms organically. The soils are Kimmeridgian, the white chalky soil that runs through Chablis, parts of Champagne, and the white cliffs of Dover. Production is classic, with wines fermented using natural yeast and aged in a mix of oak foudres and used 300L barrels. If that isn’t enough, he also makes incredible rosé and red wine from Pinot Noir small plantings on his holdings.
 
So, explore the range during our three-day sale!
 
5% off any 3-5 in-stock bottles of Boulay
10% off any 6 or more in-stock bottles of Boulay

 
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Sale ends Saturday, August 31st at 9 am Pacific.
 
We offer eleven Boulay wines on our three-day sale now, including:
 
Gerard Boulay Sancerre Clos de Beaujeu 2021 1.5L Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 6 magnums in stock now
Importer note
“The Clos de Beaujeu is among the most historic sites in the village of Chavignol. In the 14th century the Clos de Beaujeu supplied the Cathedral of Bourges with white wine. At that time, Sancerre was famous for it’s red wines. Boulay’s Clos de Beaujeu is a richer, denser step up from the Chavignol village wine.”
 
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Gerard Boulay Sancerre Comtesse 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $74.50, that’s $70.78 at 5% off and $67.05 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Gerard Boulay Sancerre Comtesse 2022 1.5L Displayed Price: $149, that’s $141.55 at 5% off and $134.10 at 10% off, 2 magnums in stock now
Importer Note
“From 50-75-year-old vines located in the sweet spot of the Mont Dam­nés vineyard (bottom of the slope, near Clos La Neore of Vatan), this is often the most powerful wine from Boulay’s lineup. Vintage 2005 was the inaugural release.”
 
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Gerard Boulay Sancerre Les Monts Damnés 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $59, that’s $56.05 at 5% off and $53.10 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Gerard Boulay Sancerre Les Monts Damnés 2022 1.5L Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 3 magnums in stock now
Importer Note
“Boulay began farming the steeply sloped Mont Damnés vineyard in 1982. His plot has an average vine age of 45 years. Mont Damnés’ reflective soils and south-facing exposition make it one of Chavignol’s warmest sites. Overall, Gerard Boulay’s “terre blanche” vineyards produce some of the most distinctive and soil-inflected Sauvignon Blancs in the Loire, with a delineation and minerality often reminiscent of a top Chablis. Boulay is certainly among the top examples of the appellation, including Boulay’s neighbors (Cotat Bros., Vatan). These are gorgeous, highly complex wines that are a clear step above “regular” Sancerre, and can age easily for 10-20 years or more. In fact, we have had them all the way back to the 1959 which was magnificent! They confirm Boulay’s place in the top ranks of Loire Valley vignerons.”
 
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
 
Gerard Boulay Sancerre Clos de Beaujeu 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $59, that’s $56.05 at 5% off and $53.10 at 10% off, 4 bottles in stock now
Importer Note
“One of Chavignol’s most historic vineyards, Boulay’s parcel lies within the original Clos of the vineyard, established by the monks of Beaujeu in the Middle Ages. The walls of the Clos are no longer standing as they were originally built from clay and hay, and did not withstand the test of time. Boulay farms a 0.75 hectares plot of 30- to 60-year old vins where the soils are pebbly, lime-rich and strewn with fossils. Along with the 60% gradient for much of the vineyard, the rocky soils make this parcel very difficult to farm. Clos de Beaujeu is the source of some of Boulay’s deepest, most structured wines and savory, spicy examples of Chavignol that are built to last.”
 
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Gerard Boulay Sancerre La Côte 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $64.50, that’s $61.28 at 5% off and $58.05 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Gerard Boulay Sancerre La Côte 2022 1.5L Displayed Price: $129, that’s $122.55 at 5% off and $116.10 at 10% off, 3 magnums in stock now
Importer Note
“Boulay’s parcel in “La Grande Côte,” which is partially owned and partically rented, is one of three designated Crus of Chavignol and is reputed for producing wines of incredible precision. Vintage 2010 was the inaugural release. Overall, Gerard Boulay’s “terre blanche” vineyards produce some of the most distinctive and soil-inflected Sauvignon Blancs in the Loire, with a delineation and minerality often reminiscent of a top Chablis. Boulay is certainly among the top examples of the appellation, including Boulay’s neighbors (Cotat Bros., Vatan). These are gorgeous, highly complex wines that are a clear step above “regular” Sancerre, and can age easily for 10-20 years or more. In fact, we have had them all the way back to the 1959 which was magnificent! They confirm Boulay’s place in the top ranks of Loire Valley vignerons. (referred to by the Cotat brothers as La Grande Cote)”
 
Gerard Boulay Sancerre ‘Sibylle’ Rosé 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $28, that’s $26.60 at 5% off and $25.20 at 10% off, 20 bottles in stock now
Yohan Castaing-Wine Advocate 91+ points
“The 2022 Sancerre Rose Sibylle reveals aromas of spring flowers, ripe red berries, lemon, rose petals and spices with menthol hints. Perfectly balanced, textured, juicy and fresh, it’s nicely tense with a long, mouthwatering finish. Recommended.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
Gerard Boulay Sancerre Oriane Rouge 2017 750ml Displayed Price: $44, that’s $41.80 at 5% off and $39.60 at 10% off, 6 bottles in stock now
16.5/20 La Revue du Vin de France
Importer note
“Boulay makes tiny amounts of still red Pinot Noir from these same vineyards as the rose… 35-40 year old Pinot Noir vines located on the steep hillsides in front of the his home in Chavignol… Aged in used 300-liter casks.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
Gerard Boulay Sancerre Oriane Rouge 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $49, that’s $46.55 at 5% off and $44.10 at 10% off, 14 bottles in stock now
Rebecca Gibb MW-Vinous 91 points
“The 2020 Oriane is a young, richly fruited mouthful of suave, aromatic Pinot Noir. It is somewhat atypical on the nose with agave and wormwood-like characters – a result of half of the wine undergoing whole bunch fermentation – joining cola, wood smoke and licorice. Round with good concentration and a veil of powdery, chalky tannins coating all sides of the palate, reflecting the Kimmeridgian soils of the vineyards. Fine length and line.”
 
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Shop our eleven Boulay selections on sale now on our webstore!


 
Don’t miss our additional sale going on now:
 
Brundlmayer
 
5% off any 3-5 in-stock bottles of Bründlmayer
10% off any 6 or more in-stock bottles of Bründlmayer
 
Pierre Bouree
 
5% off any 1-3 in-stock bottles of Pierre Bouree
10% off any 4 or more in-stock bottles of Pierre Bouree

 
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Brundlmayer sale ends Thursday, August 29th at 9 am Pacific. Bouree sale ends Friday, August 30th at 9 am Pacific.