Domaine de Bel Air is an eighth-generation family estate in Pouilly-sur-Loire, owned and winemaking by siblings Katia Mauroy-Gauliez and Cédric Mauroy. The 15-hectare domaine sits on south-facing slopes across Pouilly-sur-Loire and Saint-Andelain, where Sauvignon Blanc thrives on varied terroir. Her wines are prized for their structure and generosity—serious yet approachable expressions of Loire Sauvignon Blanc that represent genuine value.

About Domaine de Bel Air Burgundy

The Mauroy family has stewarded this estate since the 19th century, and the current generation represents a turning point. Katia Mauroy-Gauliez's arrival as winemaker transformed Domaine de Bel Air from a bulk producer into a serious bottler, improving fruit selection and winemaking technique throughout. The domaine's 15 hectares are planted across three distinct soil types: Kimmeridgian limestone and marl, clay-chalk, and sandy limestone. This geological diversity is intentional—Katia sources fruit from multiple vineyard parcels to build complexity and depth into her blends.

The winemaking philosophy centres on letting terroir speak. Most of the standard Pouilly-Fumé blend comes from vines planted on Kimmeridgian limestone, which adds mineral structure and that distinctive flinty character the wine is known for. Remaining parcels on clay, sand and limestone contribute ripe fruit and aromatics. The result is a classic, understated wine with bright acidity and white currant notes—the kind of Sauvignon Blanc that drinks well now but holds for several years.

For her prestige cuvée, Katia selects the oldest vines from a single parcel positioned on the south-eastern slopes of Saint-Andelain, where Kimmeridgian marl soils build richness and texture. The Cuvée des Acoins shows this in its body and complexity: yellow fruit, blossom and a whisper of ginger on a balanced, refreshing palate.

Domaine de Bel Air Burgundy Wines in Our Collection

The 2024 Pouilly-Fumé is the estate's core offering and the wine to reach for if you want a dependable, food-friendly Sauvignon Blanc. Scored 89 points at the Decanter World Wine Awards, it balances flinty minerality with ripe white currant fruit and a crisp, refreshing finish. This is your everyday Loire white—genuine quality without pretension.

The 2023 Cuvée des Acoins Pouilly-Fumé (90 points, Decanter) is the step up. From old vines on marled limestone above the Loire, this wine has more texture and weight. Look for notes of yellow fruits, delicate blossom and subtle ginger warmth. The acidity is bright but the palate feels richer—perfect if you want a Sauvignon Blanc with more presence and ageing potential. Both wines are Sauvignon Blanc in the green and flinty Loire style, clean and mineral-driven rather than tropical or herbaceous.

Food Pairing

The standard Pouilly-Fumé's acidity and flinty character make it ideal for shellfish—oysters, mussels, scallops—or lighter fish dishes with lemon or herbs. It also pairs well with goat's cheese salads and fresh vegetable dishes. The Cuvée des Acoins, with more body and yellow fruit, steps up to richer seafood preparations, soft-shell crab, and dishes with subtle spice or ginger notes. Both wines cut through richness without overwhelming delicate flavours.

What makes Domaine de Bel Air's wines different from other Pouilly-Fumé producers?

Katia Mauroy-Gauliez sources fruit from three different soil types—Kimmeridgian limestone, clay-chalk and sandy limestone—to build complexity and depth. Gold medals at IWC awards reflect the domaine's quality improvement since her arrival as winemaker.

What's the difference between the standard Pouilly-Fumé and the Cuvée des Acoins?

The standard 2024 (89pts) is a multi-parcel blend with flinty minerality and white currant notes. The 2023 Cuvée des Acoins (90pts) comes from old vines on marled limestone and shows more texture, yellow fruit and ginger notes with greater ageing potential.

How long has the Mauroy family owned Domaine de Bel Air?

The family has owned the estate since the 19th century. Katia Mauroy-Gauliez is the eighth generation overseeing winemaking, and arrived as winemaker recently, transforming it from bulk producer to serious bottler.

Who makes Domaine de Bel Air wines?

Siblings Katia Mauroy-Gauliez and Cédric Mauroy own and make the wines at this eighth-generation family estate in Pouilly-sur-Loire. Katia transformed it from bulk producer to serious bottler through improved fruit selection and winemaking technique.

What style of wine does Domaine de Bel Air make?

Sauvignon Blanc from Loire's Pouilly region—green, flinty and mineral-driven. The 2024 Pouilly-Fumé (89 points) balances flinty minerality with white currant fruit; the 2023 Cuvée des Acoins (90 points) adds texture and yellow fruit complexity from older vines.