2007 Sancerre La Grande Cote
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Score 93/100 · Josh Raynolds, Mar 2010
Bright straw. Captivating, pungent nose shows poached pear, licorice, wet stone and tobacco, with a subtle herbal nuance adding further complexity. Velvety, pure and dry but not austere, with intense minerality firming the lush orchard and pit fruit flavors. The very long, dusty, mineral-dominated finish refuses to let up. This densely packed wine would be great with a rich poultry dish, or with strong cheeses.
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93/100
Josh Raynolds
About the producer
Pascal Cotat
The other Cotat, Pascal Cotat, is cousin to the legendary François Cotat. The original family domaine was divided between them in 1998, and Pascal Cotat works many of the same vineyards, producing fine – if not quite as prized – Sancerre.