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2020 Felton Road Bannockburn Chardonnay

Central Otago, NEW ZEALAND
$59. 99
Bottle
$719.88 Dozen

ABV: 14%

Closure: Screw Cap

The 2020 vintage was slightly cooler than the average growing season, resulting in wines with more profound character and depth. Blair Walter noting: "We have great expectations for the 2020 wines." Fruit sourced for their wines are fully organic and follow biodynamic viticulture, ensuring the highest quality fruit arrives at the winery. From there winemaking is intentionally hands off with gravity flow, wild yeasts, wild malo, and an avoidance of fining and filtration to help preserve the expression of its terroir.

Felton Road farms four properties totaling 32 ha in the Bannockburn sub-region of Central Otago. The fruit for this wine is mostly grown on the Elms vineyard in Blocks 2, 6, 8 & 9; plus approximately 10% coming from the Cornish Point vineyard. There are a range of altitudes and aspects, with the soils composed mostly of deep alluvial schist gravels.

Notes from the winery....
Aromas of elderflower and stone fruit, hints of pineapple and baking spice, concluding with chalk and stones. The palate is broad and encompassing with real power and concentration of fruit from this low yielding and cooler vintage. The luscious fruit weight is tempered by the vivacious acidity bringing closure and great length. A classic Bannockburn Chardonnay that is not fined or filtered thereby retaining all of its “somewhereness”.

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2015 Felton Road Block 2 Chardonnay

Central Otago, NEW ZEALAND
$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 14%

Closure: Stelvin

Felton Road farms four properties totaling 32 ha in the Bannockburn sub-region of Central Otago. Block 2 is positioned on a gentle east facing slope immediately north of Block 3 on The Elms vineyard and was planted in 1992.
Classic citrus flowers and zest, very linear and single minded. This is a clue to the palate; a shockwave of citrus and stone, with laser sharp focus, only allowing the hints of nuts and toast to show through a long, long finish. Texturally the wine is full but kept tight with a fine minerality and immense precision.

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2018 Felton Road Bannockburn Chardonnay

Central Otago, NEW ZEALAND
$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Other Reviews....
A very attractively ripe edition with good fruit weight and plenty of peach and melon aromas and flavors. Supple, smooth-honed palate texture and a wealth of delicious, drink-now appeal. Screw cap.
92 points
jamessuckling.com

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2015 Felton Road Block 6 Chardonnay

Central Otago, NEW ZEALAND
$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 14%

Closure: Stelvin

Felton Road farms four properties totaling 32 ha in the Bannockburn sub-region of Central Otago. Block 6 is positioned on a north facing slope immediately south of Block 5 on The Elms vineyard and was planted in 1993.
Riper and more boldly fruited than what is typical for a Felton Road Chardonnay, but this is what is consistently delivered from the steeper and more elevated, north facing, Block 6 site. The heaviness must be taken in context, as it still possesses a subtle hand, the tight acidity and fine minerality that has become the hallmark of our Chardonnays. A fascinating contrast.

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2019 Felton Road Block 6 Chardonnay

Central Otago, NEW ZEALAND
$74. 99
Bottle
$899.88 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

The 2019 vintage was a stellar one in Central Otago, winemaker Blair Walter barely able to contain his enthusiasm for the wines, stating “These are without doubt some of the most thrilling wines we have yet made.” Fruit sourced for their wines are fully organic and biodynamic viticulture, ensuring the highest quality fruit arrives at the winery. From there winemaking is intentionally hands off with gravity flow, wild yeasts, wild malo, and an avoidance of fining and filtration to help preserve the expression of its terroir.

Felton Road farms four properties totaling 32 ha in the Bannockburn sub-region of Central Otago. Block 6 is situated on Lochar gravels on a steep north facing slope.

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2019 Felton Road Block 2 Chardonnay

Central Otago, NEW ZEALAND
$74. 99
Bottle
$899.88 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

The 2019 vintage was a stellar one in Central Otago, winemaker Blair Walter barely able to contain his enthusiasm for the wines, stating “These are without doubt some of the most thrilling wines we have yet made.” Fruit sourced for their wines are fully organic and biodynamic viticulture, ensuring the highest quality fruit arrives at the winery. From there winemaking is intentionally hands off with gravity flow, wild yeasts, wild malo, and an avoidance of fining and filtration to help preserve the expression of its terroir.

Felton Road farms four properties totaling 32 ha in the Bannockburn sub-region of Central Otago. Block 2 is positioned on a gentle east facing slope immediately north of Block 3 on The Elms vineyard and was planted in 1992.

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2019 Felton Road Bannockburn Chardonnay

Central Otago, NEW ZEALAND
$56. 99
Bottle
$683.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2020-2026)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Bright pale straw colour with a faint glimmer of green around the outskirts and a watery hue. Aromas of nectarine, pear and grapefruit tussle with notions of gun flint, citrus and light spicy biscuit notes. The focused palate features concentrated ripe nectarine, citrus and light honeysuckle flavours over pear, biscuity oak, stony elements and subtle infusions of gun flint. Texturally full it finishes dry with great freshness and a long aftertaste.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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2016 Felton Road Block 6 Chardonnay

Central Otago, NEW ZEALAND
$59. 99
Bottle
$719.88 Dozen

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An elevated spot in the Felton Road vineyard. A cool lime and grapefruit nose with hints of guava. Very fruit-focused style. The palate delivers plenty of succulent ripe lime and pineapple fruit flavor as well as a little honey. A nicely cut finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
93 points
JamesSuckling.com

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2017 Felton Road Bannockburn Chardonnay

Central Otago, NEW ZEALAND
$49. 99
Bottle
$599.88 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Other Reviews....
Another quality Felton Road chardonnay, this has a very rich and concentrated core of ripe white and yellow peaches with ripe bananas and some spicy, bready depth. Smoothly fleshy and concentrated. Long finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
93 points
jamessuckling.com

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2014 Felton Road Bannockburn Chardonnay

Central Otago, NEW ZEALAND
$46. 99
Bottle
$563.88 Dozen

Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2020-2021)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Stelvin

Brilliant pale straw colour with a greenish tinge around the edges and a watery hue. Fresh white peach and nectarine aromas are followed by a touch of dried honey, cashew, faint nougat and light spice. The palate is reflective of the noses freshness featuring lively light to medium weighted flavours of ripe white peaches over more subtle ripe pear and melon characters with some underlying dried honey and light spicy cashew also present. Dry finish with bright fresh acidity. Excellent concentration with a long white peach, dried honey, delicate cashew and spice aftertaste.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc 14%

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2015 Felton Road Bannockburn Chardonnay

Central Otago,
$46. 99
Bottle
$563.88 Dozen

Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2021-2022)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Stelvin

Sourced from the Cornish Point and The Elms vineyards using a variety of Chardonnay clones the wine was matured in French oak, 10% new, for a period of 12 months.
Brilliant pale straw colour with a distinctive greenish tinge around the edges and a watery hue. Top notes of nectarine and peach subtlety infused with grapefruit are followed by some light dried honey, biscuity nougat and spice. Medium weight, elegant and creamy in texture the palate has flavours of nectarines and white peaches infused with dried honey and faint cashew over some biscuity nougat and spice. Clean dry finish with perfectly judged acidity. Outstanding length with a long refined aftertaste of peaches, nectarines, dried honey infusions, nougat and struck match stick.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc 14%

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2016 Felton Road Bannockburn Chardonnay

Central Otago, NEW ZEALAND
$49. 99
Bottle
$599.88 Dozen

Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2022-2023)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Brilliant very pale straw colour with a delicate greenish tinge around the edges and a watery hue. Lifted nectarine and fresh apricot aromas are overlaid by dried honey notes followed by citrusy nougat, subtle grapefruit and notions of mineral. Fresh and elegant with an understated richness and good concentration the palate features flavours of fleshy white peaches and ripe nectarines infused with nuances of dried honey and citrusy mineral. Also present is some light nougat and spice. There’s a delicate creaminess to the mouthfeel which will build incrementally with bottle age but for the time being the overall impression is one of vivid freshness – a vibrant thread of acidity running its course through the palate. Finishes with an aftertaste of white peaches, citrusy mineral, dried honey and light nougat.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc 13.5%

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This has been nicely pinned back into an elegant and fresh style that focuses on bright stone fruits and lemon citrus. The palate has fleshy, pure fruit appeal with a nice spicy build of oak into the finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
93 points
JamesSuckling.com

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2016 Felton Road Block 2 Chardonnay

Central Otago, NEW ZEALAND
$59. 99
Bottle
$719.88 Dozen

Other Reviews….
A very impressive wine for the concentration and depth of fruit on offer. This delivers a fresh citrus, stone fruit and flinty nose. The palate has an attractive fleshy white peach core. Acidity pushes fleshy fruit deep into every corner. Great depth and flow. Drink now. Screw cap.
94 points
JamesSuckling.com

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2011 Felton Road Bannockburn Chardonnay

Central Otago, NEW ZEALAND
$42. 99
Bottle
$515.88 Dozen

Cellar: 4 - 5 Years (2017-2018)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Screw Cap

Serious New World Chardy.
Brilliant pale straw colour with watery hue. The nose exhibits top notes of white peach and cashew followed by a hint of nougat and some spicy toasted oak. Rich mouthfilling flavours of white peach and cashew dominate followed by some spicy oak, biscuit and a touch of citrus. Good mouthfeel and palate weight being almost creamy in texture. Long aftertaste of white peach, cashew, spicy oak and flinty matchstick like characters.
Cellar 4-5 years (2017-2018).
Alc 14.0%

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2012 Felton Road Bannockburn Chardonnay

Central Otago, NEW ZEALAND
$44. 99
Bottle
$539.88 Dozen

Cellar: 3 - 4 Years (2017-2018)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Stelvin

Brilliant pale straw colour with a tinge of green around the edges and watery hue. The nose displays intense top notes of fleshy white peach and nectarine overlaid by some funky flinty match stick notes followed by some subtle cashew and spice. The palate sports mouthfilling flavours of fresh white peach and nectarine followed by some funky flinty characters with light cashew and spice making an appearance on the back palate. Excellent textural mouthfeel which will fill the palate out further with bottle age. Clean dry finish with long white peach, flinty match stick and subtle cashew aftertaste.
Cellar 3-4 years (2017-2018).
Alc 14.0%

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2024 Feudo Arancio Grillo

Sicily, ITALY
$19. 99
Bottle
$239.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 1 Years (2025-2026)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

Nicely shaped with delicious pear, lime, green apple and guava fruits showing impressive intensity.
Brilliant pale straw colour with flecks of green around the edges and a watery hue. The nose is filled with pear, lime and guava aromas. Hints of Mediterranean herbs and slatey minerals are also evident. Nicely shaped, delicious pear, lime, green apple and guava fruits are delivered with impressive intensity. Subtle fresh herb and stony mineral elements linger underneath. Crisp acidity with a long refreshingly juicy finish.
Drink over the next year.
Alc. 13%
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A grape which is yet to gain a foothold in Australia, wines like this would suggest that it would be no surprise to see some significant interest in it in the near future. From Sicily, this is cracking value. Gleaming gold in colour, the nose offers exuberant aromatics with notes of orange rinds, nectarines, lemon curd, stone fruits, ripe peaches and apricots. Seamless in structure, there is a creamy texture, impressive balance and very good length. This is perhaps the best example of this grape I have seen from these guys. Delicious. Enjoy it over the next three to four years. Drink 2025-2029.
92 Points
Ken Gargett – WinePilot.com

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2023 Feudo Arancio Inzolia

Sicily, ITALY
$19. 99
Bottle
$239.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Diam Cork

Zingy fruited finishing dry and slatey.
Brilliant pale straw to straw colour with green tinted edges and a watery hue. Aromas of pear, guava and mango fill the nostrils with some lime and slatey mineral notes also evident. Spicy pear, guava, green apple and lime flavours carry a river stone like feel as they marry into a slatey crushed rock back drop. Finishes very dry with zingy acidity and a slatey aftertaste.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13%
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From Sicily, it seems we rarely see examples from any other maker of this attractive white variety. A bit of a shame as, based on this, it is a most worthwhile variety. Still, as they say in the classics, love the one you’re with. A deep golden yellow hue here, the nose has a lovely gingery note along with florals, spices, citrus, tropical touches and herbs with a hint of stonefruits. This is an attractive textural style of medium length. Enjoy this wine now and over the next four to five years which represents great value. Drink 2024-2029.
92 Points
Ken Gargett – WinePilot.com

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- Organic
- Biodynamic
2023 Feudo Montoni Grillo Timpa

Sicily, ITALY
$39. 99
Bottle
$479.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2025-2029)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Diam Cork

Light and scrumptious with zippy mineral laced acidity.
Feudo Montoni enjoys a long history in the Valledolmo region of central western Sicily. Their cellars are housed in the baglio (typical Sicilian court square building) built by the noble Arogenese family in 1469. The property was purchased by current owner and winemaker Fabio Sireci’s grandfather Rosario in the late 1800s.
Brilliant very pale straw colour with a faint greenish tinge around the outskirts and a watery hue. Pear and lime aromas infused with fresh herbs jump out of the glass followed by some guava, green apple and slatey mineral notes. Scrumptious lime, green apple and guava fruits are underpinned by zippy mineral laced acidity. Infusions of fresh herbs and a stony saline like element linger across the back half. Finishes dry and crisp with a zesty lime and saline driven conclusion.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 13%
Other Reviews….
The nose sparkles with fresh yet savory aromas of lemons, limes, herbs and a nutty cheesiness, but also has a delicate, balancing floral sweetness. The palate is dense, as stone fruit joins more citrus and floral notes, before salted nuts usher in a tangy, mineral finish.
92 Points
WineEnthusiast.com

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2023 Feudo Arancio Grillo

Sicily, ITALY
$19. 99
Bottle
$239.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2025-2027)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

Pear, mango and lime fruits carry nice shape into a fresh, stony laced finish of ample length.
Bright yellow straw colour with some highlights of green to the edges and a watery hue. Aromas of ripe pear and guava drift from the glass followed by some lime and wet stone notes. Fleshy pear, mango and lime fruits glaze over a back drop of slatey mineral characters. Nicely shaped it finishes with brisk acidity and a fresh, stony laced aftertaste of ample length.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13%

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- Organic
- Biodynamic
2022 Feudo Montoni Grillo Timpa

Sicily, ITALY
$42. 99
Bottle
$515.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2023-2026)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Diam Cork

Certified biodynamic and organic. Brilliant water like core with greenish tinged edges. Jumping out of the glass are pear, lime, guava and green apple scents infused with fresh herbs and wet slate. Racy and mineral infused, the palate sports pear, guava, lime and green apple fruits over a fresh herb and volcanic rock back drop. Zippy acidity lends great focus to the highly energised finish.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13%

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2021 Feudo Montoni Grillo Timpa

Sicily, ITALY
$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2023-2026)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Diam Cork

Brilliant very pale straw colour with greenish tinged edges and a watery hue. Captivating the olfactory senses are intense passionfruit, peach and red apple skin aromas with some lime, subtle fresh herb and wet slate notes also evident. Scrumptious guava, peach and lime fruits engulf the mouth underscored by crunchy acidity. Infusions of fresh herbs and distinct stony mineral characters linger right through the long, dry, lip smacking finish.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13%

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- Organic
- Biodynamic
2021 Feudo Montoni Catarratto Masso

Sicily, ITALY
$36. 99
Bottle
$443.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2023-2026)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Diam Cork

Feudo Montoni enjoys a long history in the Valledolmo region of central western Sicily. Their cellars are housed in the baglio (typical Sicilian court square building) built by the noble Arogenese family in 1469. The property was purchased by current owner and winemaker Fabio Sireci’s grandfather Rosario in the late 1800s.
This Catarratto comes from the ‘Masso’ cru, which is one of the highest vineyards on the Feudo Montoni Estate at 700m and named because of its rocky-sandy soil. The vines are aged between 55 and 60 years old but have been grafted onto very old bush vines producing fruit that’s dense and full flavoured. This iron rich soil contributes to a wine that is intensely fresh and mineral. After concrete fermentation, the wine is kept on lees for 6 months with some batonnage before being bottled.
Brilliant very pale straw colour with a greenish glimmer to the edges and a watery hue. Streaming from the glass are pronounced lime and green apple scents infused with fresh herbs and wet slate followed by some pear and flinty mineral notes. Boasting terrific flavour intensity, fresh lime, green apple and pear fruits are delivered with mouth watering tension. Infusions of fresh herbs, wet slate, mineral and faint almond characters are also present. Finishes dry and crisp with energized acidity and a long super scrumptious aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13%

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2020 Feudo Montoni Grillo Timpa

Sicily, ITALY
$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2021-2024)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Diam Cork

Brilliant pale straw colour with a watery hue. Aromas of lime juice, green apple and pear infused with fresh herbs are followed by some smoky clove like notes and ginger. Sleek and racy in style the well rounded palate features lime juice and green apple flavours over a stony back drop. Infusions of fresh herbs are also present on the dry finish. Tangy acidity with gentle notions of ginger on the aftertaste.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13%
Other Reviews….
The 2020 Grillo Timpa is stunning, wafting up with exotic florals and citrus tones, as a more defined bouquet of tangerine, kiwi and candied ginger evolves with time in the glass. It fills the palate with silky waves of ripe tropical fruits, all kept in check through vibrant acidity and a twang of sour lime toward the close. Pineapple mingles with mango and papaya through the long, tension-filled finale, leaving the senses completely refreshed and aching for another sip. Drink 2021-2025.
91 points
Eric Guido – Vinous

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2018 Feudo Montoni Grillo Timpa

Sicily, ITALY
$37. 99
Bottle
$455.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2020-2024)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

Brilliant straw colour with a faint glimmer of green around the edges and a watery hue. Penetrating the olfactory senses are captivating aromas of lychee, orange blossom and rose water followed by some ripe pear, ginger and light spices. Fruity mandarin, subtle lychee and pear flavours fill the mouth with subtle musk, ginger and light stony mineral characters sitting underneath. Dry finish with fresh acidity and a medium length aftertaste.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 13%

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2019 Feudo Montoni Catarratto Masso

Sicily, ITALY
$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2020-2022)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Diam Cork

This Catarratto comes from the ‘Masso’ cru, which is one of the highest vineyards on the Feudo Montoni Estate at 700m and named because of its rocky-sandy soil. The vines are aged between 55 and 60 years old but have been grafted onto very old bush vines producing fruit that’s dense and full flavoured. This iron rich soil contributes to a wine that is intensely fresh and mineral. After concrete fermentation, the wine is kept on lees for 6 months with some batonnage before being bottled.
Certified organic. Brilliant water like colour with a shimmering tinge of green around the outskirts. Delightful pear, lime and green apple scents jump out of the glass and are embraced by infusions of fresh herbs and stony mineral notes. Delicious flavours of juicy pear, green apple infused with fresh herb and lime are sprawled across the palate with great intensity. A stony mineral character shining through on the dry, refreshing finish. Energetic acidity with a long crisp aftertaste. Perfect for summer.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13%

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2018 Feudo Montoni Catarratto Masso

Sicily, ITALY
$32. 99
Bottle
$395.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2020-2022)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Diam Cork

Brilliant pale straw colour with tinges of green around the edges and a watery hue. Quite Chablis like in its aromatic profile the nose exhibits pear, red apple and dried honey scents with some ensuing wet slate notes. Richly flavoured with a smooth pebble stone like mouthfeel, flavours of pear, lime, fresh herb infusions and citrus have slate back drop. Finishes dry with crisp acidity and a long fresh, tasty aftertaste.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13%

Other Reviews….
Medium deep straw yellow with golden tinges. Ripe aromas and flavors of apricot, balsamic oils, bergamot and guava. Round and tactile but also very fresh in the mouth with hints of orange oil complicating flavors of grapefruit and mountain herbs in the mouth. Finishes long, multilayered and dense. An outstanding Catarratto. Owner Fabio Sireci tells me these are old vines of the Catarratto Lucido variety, a rare situation as the grape produces very little at the heights these vines are planted (roughly 750 meters above sea level). Still, it smells and tastes of the Lucido variety and so I’m not arguing. Drink 2019-2022.
92 points
Ian D’Agata – Vinous

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2022 Fontaleoni Vernaccia di San Gimignano

Tuscany, ITALY
$22. 99
Bottle
$275.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 2 Years (2023-2025)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Fontaleoni is a family estate run by brother and sister team, Matteo and Simona Troiani, with a little help from consultant Paolo Caciorgna. Established in 1959 its vineyards are located at 200 metres above sea level, the ideal altitude for growing Vernaccia. Brilliant pale straw colour with a faint greenish tinge around the outskirts and a watery hue. Jumping out of the glass are vibrant lime and green apple scents followed by some pear, fresh herb and slatey mineral notes. Intense lime, pear and green apple fruits burst across the palate and show plenty of textural volume. Infusions of fresh herbs and wet slate lie underneath. Finishes dry with crisp acidity evoking a long scrumptious aftertaste. A great value Italian white that delivers a bomb of flavour.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2019 Fontaleoni Vernaccia di San Gimignano

Tuscany, ITALY
$24. 99
Bottle
$299.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now (2021)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Bright pale straw colour with a watery hue. Aromas of pear, quince and spicy green apple are followed by subtle wet slate notes. Light and vibrant yet texturally rounded in its feel across the mid palate, flavours of lime and green apple are splashed throughout the mouth with slatey characters and infusions of fresh herbs underscoring the fruit. Dry crisp finish with a snappy aftertaste.
Drink now.
Alc. 12.5%

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2018 Fontaleoni Vernaccia di San Gimignano

Tuscany, ITALY
$24. 99
Bottle
$299.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2019-2024)

ABV: 13%

Closure: Stelvin

Brilliant pale straw colour with greenish tinged edges and a watery hue. Aromas of fresh pears, limes and subtle tropical fruits spring from the glass with fresh herb, stony notes and spice also present. Generous lime and pear flavours infused with fresh herbs have a well rounded feel. Finishes dry and fresh with stony mineral elements on the back palate. Lively acidity with a medium length conclusion.
Drink now.
Alc. 12.5%

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- Biodynamic
2023 Foradori Fontanasanta Manzoni Bianco

Friuli-Venezia, ITALY
$59. 99
Bottle
$719.88 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Based in the northern Italian region of Trentino, Foradori focus on the traditional varieties Teroldego, Nosiola, and Manzoni. Much of the production is the often-forgotten Teroldego grape, and Elisabetta Foradori is largely responsible for resurrecting it from the brink of extinction, and producing some of Italy’s finest, most age-worthy wines. Their plantings of Teroldego are situated in the Campo Rotaliano region where the former flood plain has deposited huge quantities of limestone, granite, porphyry and fine sand, perfect for growing Teroldego. Nearby in the hills is their Fontanasanta (holy water) estate which is planted to Nosiola and Incrocio Manzoni on the rich red clay and white limestone soils. While Elisabetta is still very much a strong presence, much of the winemaking duties are now handled by her children, Emilio, Theo and Myrtha.
Manzoni is a genetic cross between Riesling and Pinot Blanc, and in the hands of Foradori is an alluring and aromatic white of huge complexity. Verging towards an amber wine due to a period of fermentation on skins, Fontanasanta Manzoni Bianco is a salty, vibrant and lip smacking example that you'll want to spend time exploring.
Other Reviews....
Amazing aromas of white flowers, beeswax, tangerines and ripe apples. Full and intense with dried lemons and apples and fascinating honey and floral notes. Phenolic texture. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink or hold.
95 points
JamesSuckling.com

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2017 Framingham F-Series Riesling Trockenbeeren Auslese (375ml)

Marlborough, NEW ZEALAND
$64. 99
Bottle
$779.88 Dozen

Cellar: 10 - 15 Years (2028-2033)

ABV: 9%

Closure: Stelvin

Slightly deeper in colour than the Beerenauslese, the Trockenbeeren Auslese displays a bright straw core with golden edges and a very pale gold hue. Potent aromas of ripe apricots draped in honey waft from the glass with ripe peach, hints of marmalade and subtle raisin notes also evident. Denser and richer than the Beerenauslese it has outstanding intensity of flavour and a thick viscous mouthfeel. Rich, lusciously textured honeyed apricots and peaches saturate the palate with elements of ripe pineapple, marmalade, lemon and botrytised raisiny characters ensuing. Finishes fresh with cleansing acidity, showing great harmony with the rich lush honey botrytised fruit. An aftertaste of honey, ripe apricots, peaches, ripe pineapple and raisiny botrytis characters seemingly going on forever. Magnificent.
Drink over the next 10-15 years.
Alc. 9%

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The Framingham Trockenbeerenauslese is a revelation for the dessert wine lover. This wine really overdelivers. Rich and complex layers of intense raisin, sultana and currants. Toffee hints can be found, whilst a clean yet lip-smacking finish is there. This will give the Germans a run for their money. New Zealand delivers yet again
99 points
Bob Campbell

Full, bright, moderately deep golden colour with lemon-green hues, a little lighter on the rim. The nose is bright and vibrant with opulent and decadent aromas of ripe tropical fruit and citrus fruits along with marmalade, honey and nectar, raisins and suggestions of crystallised fruits, musk and a hint of caramel. Very sweet on palate and light-bodied, the palate is incredible richness and opulence, with sensational unctuousness and viscosity. The flavours of ripe tropical and citrus fruit are enriched honey, marmalade, exotic florals, musk and nectar, unfolding the fill the palate. The fruit and richness forms a deep and dense core with great presence, and fine lacy acidity lends cut, energy and tension. The wine carries to a decadently deep and plush, honied finish with crystallised fruits, raisins and hints of caramel. This is an incredibly rich, decadent and opulent, sweet, botrytised Riesling, with nectar, honey, musk and raisiny flavours forming a deep and dense palate core. Serve as a liqueur, and with caramel desserts or blue cheeses over the next 10+ years. Selective hand-picked fruit from 3 tries, at 44.2 Brix, 75% from the ’Middle’ and 25% from the ‘Back’ block old vines, with 100% botrytised, raisined berries, fermented 65% in stainless kegs and barrels and 35% seasoned wood to 9.0% alc. and 315 g/L RS.
20/20 and five stars
Raymond Chan

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2017 Framingham F-Series Riesling Beerenauslese (375ml)

Marlborough, NEW ZEALAND
$59. 99
Bottle
$719.88 Dozen

Cellar: 8 - 10 Years (2026-2028)

ABV: 9%

Closure: Stelvin

Brilliant straw pale gold colour with a watery hue. Powerful aromas of honeyed apple and apricot overlay hints of ripe lime, marmalade and light spice. Rich and super luscious yet at the same time remarkably fresh and light on its feet, honey drenched flavours of red apples, lemon and peaches coat the palate over elements of marmalade and dried pineapple. Beautifully refined fresh acidity acts as the perfect foil to the rich honeyed fruit. Exceptionally long aftertaste of honeyed peaches, red apples, citrusy pineapple and a touch of marmalade.
Drink over the next 8-10 years.
Alc. 9%

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Blended from three auslese picks with 100% botrytis but not fully-raisined berries. Fermented in stainless barrels. Only the third beerenauslese made by Framingham. Intensely aromatic riesling with great weight and intensity held together by a lovely line of acidity. Very pure, with honey from botrytis but still showing good varietal character with tropical and tree fruit flavours. Very long with a mouth-watering finish.
99 Points
Bob Campbell

Of the estate's 15 hectares on the gravels of the Wairau Valley, half of those are planted to Riesling. Production of other varieties is supplemented by purchased fruit. In 2017, the deluges that made the vintage challenging for varieties like Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir meant a decent amount of botrytis in the late-ripening Riesling. There's a full range of noble-sweet prädikats as a result, including a stunning beerenauslese and a super sweet trockenbeerenauslese.
A stupendous effort, the 2017 F Series Riesling Beerenauslese features gorgeous aromas and flavors of dried apricot and candied pineapple. It's incredibly sweet and rich (220 grams per liter residual sugar) yet balanced by a crisp edge of lime zest. I wouldn't hesitate to put it up against some top German competition. It should age well for a decade or two. Drink 2018-2035.
95 points
Joe Czerwinski – Robert Parker’s the Wine Advocate

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2021 Francesca Vigne Marina Coppi Bianco

Piedmont, ITALY
$54. 99
Bottle
$659.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2024-2027)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

Brilliant pale straw colour with a watery hue. Pear, baked apple and honeysuckle aromas drift out of the glass followed by hints of quince and spice. Zingy and light yet showing ample textural volume across the palate, flavours of fresh pear, green apple, lime and quince sit over a saline and almond back drop. Finishes very dry and stony with lively acidity and a lingering salinity.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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2015 Francois Chidaine Sauvignon Blanc

Loire Valley, FRANCE
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2017-2020)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

Brilliant pale straw colour with a glimmer of green to the edges and a watery hue. Nosing conjures up aromatics of unripe pineapple, asparagus, cut grass, dried herbs and spice. Nicely textured and quite full in the mouth the palate has flavours of unripe pineapple, herbaceous grassy characters, ripe citrus fruits, asparagus and spicy dried herbs. Dry finish with balanced acidity. Concludes with an aftertaste of unripe pineapple, ripe citrus, asparagus, grassy characters and dried herbs.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 13.5%

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2016 Francois Chidaine Le Chenin d'Ailleurs

FRANCE
$42. 99
Bottle
$515.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2020-2024)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Brilliant pale straw colour with a watery hue. Aromas of baked apple and pear intermix with honeysuckle, quince and spice. The palate has a feeling of textural roundness yet remains fresh with pear and ripe apple fruits dominate over traces of honeysuckle, lime and wet stone. Finishes dry and brisk with a medium length aftertaste.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2023 Francois Cotat Sancerre Caillottes

Sancerre, Loire Valley, FRANCE
$135. 00
Bottle
$1620.00 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

The domaine of Francois Cotat is a tiny 4 hectares, and has been making some of the most exceptional wines of the Loire since 1947. Their success and individuality can be attributed to François' intense passion for creating the finest wine possible and his exceptionally placed vineyards. Prudent viticulture combined with densely planted vines, ultra-low yields and relatively late harvesting produces fantastically flavoursome fruit. Whilst not Biodynamic, Francois uses organic fertilisers and racks according to the phases of the moon. His incredible wines develop with age and, in the best vintages, can be cellared for more than 30 years.
This used to be called "Jeunes Vignes" but François has been vinifing “Caillottes” separately since 2005; the vineyard name refers to a type of soil found in Sancerre—very rocky and chalky. This is a wine that will keep and improve for many years.

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2023 Francois Cotat Sancerre Monts Damnes

Sancerre, Loire Valley, FRANCE
$180. 00
Bottle
$2160.00 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

The domaine of Francois Cotat is a tiny 4 hectares, and has been making some of the most exceptional wines of the Loire since 1947. Their success and individuality can be attributed to François' intense passion for creating the finest wine possible and his exceptionally placed vineyards. Prudent viticulture combined with densely planted vines, ultra-low yields and relatively late harvesting produces fantastically flavoursome fruit. Whilst not Biodynamic, Francois uses organic fertilisers and racks according to the phases of the moon. His incredible wines develop with age and, in the best vintages, can be cellared for more than 30 years.
From a plot just over 1 hectare in size in Les Monts Damnés, the imposing sweep of vineyards that look down driectly upon Chavignol. This has a deeper tone and pitch than the 'Caillotes' and perhaps a touch more concentration. François’s Monts Damnés is clearly the best example of this famous Cru. Reflecting the excellent vintage, this wine is cool and compact, a taut, tightly coiled core of briny minerality; such tension, and exquisite balance. Superb and needs time, plenty of time. A rare and iconic wine in the Loire and for good reason.

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2022 Francois Cotat Sancerre Caillottes

Sancerre, Loire Valley, FRANCE
$130. 00
Bottle
$1560.00 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

The domaine of Francois Cotat is a tiny 4 hectares, and has been making some of the most exceptional wines of the Loire since 1947. Their success and individuality can be attributed to François' intense passion for creating the finest wine possible and his exceptionally placed vineyards. Prudent viticulture combined with densely planted vines, ultra-low yields and relatively late harvesting produces fantastically flavoursome fruit. Whilst not Biodynamic, Francois uses organic fertilisers and racks according to the phases of the moon. His incredible wines develop with age and, in the best vintages, can be cellared for more than 30 years.
This used to be called "Jeunes Vignes" but François has been vinifing “Caillottes” separately since 2005; the vineyard name refers to a type of soil found in Sancerre—very rocky and chalky. This is a wine that will keep and improve for many years.
Other Reviews....
François Cotat's 2022 Caillottes is a lighter-bodied, delicate wine with fine tension and texture, which Cotat believes is down to the vineyard's chalky soils. It's aromatically restrained with subtle honey and biscuity notes meeting freshness. Despite Cotat's reputation for picking late and recent warm vintages (such as 2020) showing some high alcohols knocking the balance, this is just 12.8% and all the better for it. Drink 2023-2033.
92 points
Rebecca Gibb MW - Vinous

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2022 Francois Cotat Sancerre Monts Damnes

Sancerre, Loire Valley, FRANCE
$180. 00
Bottle
$2160.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

The domaine of Francois Cotat is a tiny 4 hectares, and has been making some of the most exceptional wines of the Loire since 1947. Their success and individuality can be attributed to François' intense passion for creating the finest wine possible and his exceptionally placed vineyards. Prudent viticulture combined with densely planted vines, ultra-low yields and relatively late harvesting produces fantastically flavoursome fruit. Whilst not Biodynamic, Francois uses organic fertilisers and racks according to the phases of the moon. His incredible wines develop with age and, in the best vintages, can be cellared for more than 30 years.
From a plot just over 1 hectare in size in Les Monts Damnés, the imposing sweep of vineyards that look down driectly upon Chavignol. This has a deeper tone and pitch than the 'Caillotes' and perhaps a touch more concentration. François’s Monts Damnés is clearly the best example of this famous Cru. Reflecting the excellent vintage, this wine is cool and compact, a taut, tightly coiled core of briny minerality; such tension, and exquisite balance. Superb and needs time, plenty of time. A rare and iconic wine in the Loire and for good reason.
Other Reviews....
If you've ever attended a classical concert, there's a brief pause between movements of a symphony; in it, there's a poised hush and a sense of crackling anticipation. The 2022 Monts Damnés reminds me of this hush. It is so very quiet, with a citrusy twinkle in its eye. Despite its initial delicacy and light body, its structure crescendos towards the wine's finale, offering a sense of body, muscle and sinew that requires more time in bottle. I'd happily wait a while. Drink 2024-2038.
95 points
Rebecca Gibb MW - Vinous

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2022 Francois Cotat Sancerre Grande Cote

Sancerre, Loire Valley, FRANCE
$180. 00
Bottle
$2160.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

The domaine of Francois Cotat is a tiny 4 hectares, and has been making some of the most exceptional wines of the Loire since 1947. Their success and individuality can be attributed to François' intense passion for creating the finest wine possible and his exceptionally placed vineyards. Prudent viticulture combined with densely planted vines, ultra-low yields and relatively late harvesting produces fantastically flavoursome fruit. Whilst not Biodynamic, Francois uses organic fertilisers and racks according to the phases of the moon. His incredible wines develop with age and, in the best vintages, can be cellared for more than 30 years.
This vineyard is where François has his oldest vines, these days the average age is about 40 years because he has had to replant many of the very old vines as the Sauvignon is susceptible to viruses as it ages and so past 60 years old the vine is usually close to unproductive. This vineyard produces the most flamboyant wines in this collection, there are subtle notes of orchard fruit and more power but don't let that fool you as it is all aligned to incredible finesse, cool acidity and tactile minerality. These are very special bottles.
Other Reviews....
Lay back and get comfortable with the 2022 Grand Côte. It is a delightfully balanced style with a tender finesse, filling the mouth with a sense of purity. While it has an almost lacy character, there's no absence of substance or structure. It's restrained aromatically with delicate violets, florals, nectarine flavors and a distinct stony character. It draws out on the long, chalky, almost sinew-like finish. A delight to drink now, but knowing Cotat, there's no hurry to pull the cork. Drink 2023-2035.
94 points
Rebecca Gibb MW - Vinous

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2020 Francois Cotat Sancerre Monts Damnes

Sancerre, Loire Valley, FRANCE
$155. 00
Bottle
$1860.00 Dozen

ABV: 15%

Closure: Cork

The domaine of Francois Cotat is a tiny 4 hectares, and has been making some of the most exceptional wines of the Loire since 1947. Their success and individuality can be attributed to François' intense passion for creating the finest wine possible and his exceptionally placed vineyards. Prudent viticulture combined with densely planted vines, ultra-low yields and relatively late harvesting produces fantastically flavoursome fruit. Whilst not Biodynamic, Francois uses organic fertilisers and racks according to the phases of the moon. His incredible wines develop with age and, in the best vintages, can be cellared for more than 30 years.
From a plot just over 1 hectare in size in Les Monts Damnés, the imposing sweep of vineyards that look down driectly upon Chavignol. This has a deeper tone and pitch than the 'Caillotes' and perhaps a touch more concentration. François’s Monts Damnés is clearly the best example of this famous Cru. Reflecting the excellent vintage, this wine is cool and compact, a taut, tightly coiled core of briny minerality; such tension, and exquisite balance. Superb and needs time, plenty of time. A rare and iconic wine in the Loire and for good reason.

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2021 Francois Cotat Sancerre Monts Damnes

Sancerre, Loire Valley, FRANCE
$155. 00
Bottle
$1860.00 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

The domaine of Francois Cotat is a tiny 4 hectares, and has been making some of the most exceptional wines of the Loire since 1947. Their success and individuality can be attributed to François' intense passion for creating the finest wine possible and his exceptionally placed vineyards. Prudent viticulture combined with densely planted vines, ultra-low yields and relatively late harvesting produces fantastically flavoursome fruit. Whilst not Biodynamic, Francois uses organic fertilisers and racks according to the phases of the moon. His incredible wines develop with age and, in the best vintages, can be cellared for more than 30 years.
From a plot just over 1 hectare in size in Les Monts Damnés, the imposing sweep of vineyards that look down driectly upon Chavignol. This has a deeper tone and pitch than the 'Caillotes' and perhaps a touch more concentration. François’s Monts Damnés is clearly the best example of this famous Cru. Reflecting the excellent vintage, this wine is cool and compact, a taut, tightly coiled core of briny minerality; such tension, and exquisite balance. Superb and needs time, plenty of time. A rare and iconic wine in the Loire and for good reason.
Other Reviews....
While the 2021 Sancerre Les Monts Damnés is a light bodied wine with a sense of roundness at first, there's no mistaking this is a forceful, grippy style. In its youth, it remains relatively restrained with a touch of green jalapeño and herbs reflecting the cooler season, as well as an almost spicy and salty edge. A little more fleeting than expected. Drink 2023-2035.
92 points
Rebecca Gibb MW - Vinous

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2021 Francois Cotat Sancerre Grande Cote

Sancerre, Loire Valley, FRANCE
$155. 00
Bottle
$1860.00 Dozen

ABV: 13%

Closure: Cork

This vineyard is where François has his oldest vines, these days the average age is about 40 years because he has had to replant many of the very old vines as the Sauvignon is susceptible to viruses as it ages and so past 60 years old the vine is usually close to unproductive. This vineyard produces the most flamboyant wines in this collection, there are subtle notes of orchard fruit and more power but don't let that fool you as it is all aligned to incredible finesse, cool acidity and tactile minerality. These are very special bottles.
Other Reviews....
While this wine was ready to be bottled when tasted in Cotat's tasting room, the scarcity of glass had left the bottling as yet undone in July 2022. While severely affected by frost, the fruit that made it to the finish line marks a return to a more classic style of Sancerre with its light bodied yet powerful style. You can expect fragrant citrus, boxwood and elderflower characters which marks a contest with the richness of the previous three vintages. It is forceful, spicy and grippy with firm acidity and a jalapeño-like scent on the long finish. Drink 2023-2037.
93 points
Rebecca Gibb MW - Vinous

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2015 Francois Cotat Sancerre Cuvee Paul

Sancerre, Loire Valley, FRANCE
$310. 00
Bottle
$3720.00 Dozen

ABV: 14%

Closure: Cork

The domaine of Francois Cotat is a tiny 4 hectares, and has been making some of the most exceptional wines of the Loire since 1947. Their success and individuality can be attributed to François' intense passion for creating the finest wine possible and his exceptionally placed vineyards. Prudent viticulture combined with densely planted vines, ultra-low yields and relatively late harvesting produces fantastically flavoursome fruit. Whilst not Biodynamic, Francois uses organic fertilisers and racks according to the phases of the moon. His incredible wines develop with age and, in the best vintages, can be cellared for more than 30 years.
Named after François father, Cuvée Paul is an incredibly rare wine often made from La Grande Côte and set aside as having the greatest potential for ageing. It is not made every year. A hark back to how Chavignol was made in the 40's and 50's it is made from very ripe grapes and shows gentle sweetness and incredible power.

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2020 Francois Cotat Sancerre Grande Cote

Sancerre, Loire Valley, FRANCE
$130. 00
Bottle
$1560.00 Dozen

ABV: 14.5%

The domaine of Francois Cotat is a tiny 4 hectares, and has been making some of the most exceptional wines of the Loire since 1947. Their success and individuality can be attributed to François' intense passion for creating the finest wine possible and his exceptionally placed vineyards. Prudent viticulture combined with densely planted vines, ultra-low yields and relatively late harvesting produces fantastically flavoursome fruit. Whilst not Biodynamic, Francois uses organic fertilisers and racks according to the phases of the moon. His incredible wines develop with age and, in the best vintages, can be cellared for more than 30 years.
This vineyard is where François has his oldest vines, these days the average age is about 40 years because he has had to replant many of the very old vines as the Sauvignon is susceptible to viruses as it ages and so past 60 years old the vine is usually close to unproductive. This vineyard produces the most flamboyant wines in this collection, there are subtle notes of orchard fruit and more power but don't let that fool you as it is all aligned to incredible finesse, cool acidity and tactile minerality. These are very special bottles.
Other Reviews....
The 2020 Sancerre La Grande Côte is a fine wine with a piercing nose of floral and flint. While it may be dry, it offers a sensation of sweet fruit and high alcohol (14.5%), which Cotat compares to the ripe 2009 and 1990 vintages. Being late-picked and on a south slope, these grapes get ripe, and in this vintage, I can't help but think that the balance has been slightly knocked by this ripeness. That said, it offers delectable texture and sinew and remains an impressive wine. Tasting the 2009 Cul de Beaujeu soon after, high alcohol (15%) remains evident with bottle age. Drink 2021 - 2034.
94 points
Rebecca Gibb MW - Vinous

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2020 Francois Cotat Sancerre Caillottes

Sancerre, Loire Valley, FRANCE
$94. 99
Bottle
$1139.88 Dozen

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Cork

The domaine of Francois Cotat is a tiny 4 hectares, and has been making some of the most exceptional wines of the Loire since 1947. Their success and individuality can be attributed to François' intense passion for creating the finest wine possible and his exceptionally placed vineyards. Prudent viticulture combined with densely planted vines, ultra-low yields and relatively late harvesting produces fantastically flavoursome fruit. Whilst not Biodynamic, Francois uses organic fertilisers and racks according to the phases of the moon. His incredible wines develop with age and, in the best vintages, can be cellared for more than 30 years.
This used to be called "Jeunes Vignes" but François has been vinifing “Caillottes” separately since 2005; the vineyard name refers to a type of soil found in Sancerre—very rocky and chalky. This is a wine that will keep and improve for many years.
Other Reviews....
There's a gentleness to the 2020 Sancerre Caillotttes and a sensation of sweetness despite its evidently being a dry white. Open, seductive and textural, it offers delightful floral characters and ripe fruit. There's a touch of alcoholic warmth on the finish, but that’s nitpicking. Drink 2021 - 2035.
94 points
Rebecca Gibb MW - Vinous

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2019 Francois Cotat Sancerre Monts Damnes

Sancerre, Loire Valley, FRANCE
$120. 00
Bottle
$1440.00 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

The domaine of Francois Cotat is a tiny 4 hectares, and has been making some of the most exceptional wines of the Loire since 1947. Their success and individuality can be attributed to François' intense passion for creating the finest wine possible and his exceptionally placed vineyards. Prudent viticulture combined with densely planted vines, ultra-low yields and relatively late harvesting produces fantastically flavoursome fruit. Whilst not Biodynamic, Francois uses organic fertilisers and racks according to the phases of the moon. His incredible wines develop with age and, in the best vintages, can be cellared for more than 30 years.

From a plot just over 1 hectare in size in Les Monts Damnés, the imposing sweep of vineyards that look down driectly upon Chavignol. This has a deeper tone and pitch than the 'Caillotes' and perhaps a touch more concentration. François’s Monts Damnés is clearly the best example of this famous Cru. Reflecting the excellent vintage, this wine is cool and compact, a taut, tightly coiled core of briny minerality; such tension, and exquisite balance. Superb and needs time, plenty of time. A rare and iconic wine in the Loire and for good reason.

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2012 Francois Cotat Sancerre Cuvee Paul

Sancerre, Loire Valley, FRANCE
$180. 00
Bottle
$2160.00 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

The domaine of Francois Cotat is a tiny 4 hectares, and has been making some of the most exceptional wines of the Loire since 1947. Their success and individuality can be attributed to François' intense passion for creating the finest wine possible and his exceptionally placed vineyards. Prudent viticulture combined with densely planted vines, ultra-low yields and relatively late harvesting produces fantastically flavoursome fruit. Whilst not Biodynamic, Francois uses organic fertilisers and racks according to the phases of the moon. His incredible wines develop with age and, in the best vintages, can be cellared for more than 30 years.

Named after François father, Cuvée Paul is an incredibly rare wine often made from La Grande Côte and set aside as having the greatest potential for ageing. It is not made every year. A hark back to how Chavignol was made in the 40's and 50's it is made from very ripe grapes and shows gentle sweetness and incredible power.

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