2019 Sancerre La Grande Cote
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Tasting notes
Coming from a steep slope of limestone soils, the 2019 Sancerre Blanc La Grande Côte reveals a light gold hue that has tinge of green to go with racy notes of bright lemon zest, grapefruit, white flowers, salted almonds, and a touch of obvious mineral-like nuances. It has beautiful depth of fruit on the palate, playing in the medium-bodied, concentrated end of the spectrum. With plenty of dry extract, integrated yet high acidity, and a great, dry finish, this rock star of a Sancerre can be enjoyed any time over the coming 10-12 years, although I see no need to delay gratification either.
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Jeb Dunnuck
About the producer
Sancerre’s leading producer, François Cotat is known for his idiosyncratic, age-worthy expressions of Sauvignon Blanc on Kimmeridgian soils, not to mention his prized rosé. Sometimes denied appellation status for their atypical style, these wines are some of the most collectable in the region.