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2009 Domaine Francois Cotat Sancerre Les Culs de Beaujeu #213586096
1.5L
2 In Stock
2 In Stock
Reviews 90 points Wine Advocate "Ripe honeydew melon and distilled herbal essences on the nose of the Francois Cotat 2009 Sancerre Les Culs de Beaujeu lead to a lush, drippingly luscious palate with site-typical nut oils that are perfectly suited to express themselves in this glycerin rich, full-bodied medium. There is more buffering for the alcohol here than in the Les Cailottes bottling, although a certain amount of heat intervenes in an otherwise lovely, long finish. I'm skeptical about cellaring this, and in any event find the style simply lends itself to youthful drinking, which promises to be a very pleasurable self-indulgence. (DS)" 93 points Vinous "The 2009 Francois Cotat Sancerre Les Culs de Beaujeu is a powerful white that comes from a warm season leading to ripe fruit and high alcohol (15%), which makes for a good comparison with the latest vintages - 2019 and 2020 - both dry, warm years that resulted in ripe wines. That said, Cotat pushes the envelope on ripeness, going late to pick his fruit from this very steep vineyard that rises high above the village of Chavignol. The 2009 has an excellent core of concentration, tannic intensity and long length. Heading towards maturity, you can expect lanolin and truffle characters with honey slathered on toast. Think Sauvignon can't age? You haven't tried the right Sauvignon. Cotat's are certainly one of the appellation's most idiosyncratic expressions. (RG)"
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About Domaine Francois Cotat
Francois Cotat, a renowned producer hailing from the prestigious Chavignol village in the Sancerre region of France, is known for his unique and highly sought-after Sauvignon Blanc. Robert Parker, in his Wine Buyer's Guide 5th Edition, has praised Cotat's wines as "some of the finest Sauvignon Blancs [he has] ever put to [his] lips."
Cotat's approach to winemaking is rooted in tradition and an in-depth understanding of the terroir of Sancerre. His wines are characterized by their rich, full-flavored, and complex nature, making them a departure from the typical, crisper Sancerre wines. They are not bone dry and are known for their aging potential, making them a true expression of the unique terroir of Sancerre.
Cotat's vineyards are situated on the chalky limestone slopes of Les Monts Damnes and on the clay-rich soils of Grand Cote, each imparting distinct characteristics to the grapes grown there. The family estate was passed down from his father, who retired in the early '90s and previously bottled a single cuvee with his brother. Today, Francois and his cousin Pascal each produce their own singular wines from the family vineyards, but they share inspiration from their respective father’s old-school winemaking techniques. With a commitment to quality over quantity, Cotat's wines are truly a representation of the unique terroir of Sancerre and are definitely worth the patience to cellar them.
Cotat's approach to winemaking is rooted in tradition and an in-depth understanding of the terroir of Sancerre. His wines are characterized by their rich, full-flavored, and complex nature, making them a departure from the typical, crisper Sancerre wines. They are not bone dry and are known for their aging potential, making them a true expression of the unique terroir of Sancerre.
Cotat's vineyards are situated on the chalky limestone slopes of Les Monts Damnes and on the clay-rich soils of Grand Cote, each imparting distinct characteristics to the grapes grown there. The family estate was passed down from his father, who retired in the early '90s and previously bottled a single cuvee with his brother. Today, Francois and his cousin Pascal each produce their own singular wines from the family vineyards, but they share inspiration from their respective father’s old-school winemaking techniques. With a commitment to quality over quantity, Cotat's wines are truly a representation of the unique terroir of Sancerre and are definitely worth the patience to cellar them.