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SANCERRE CAILLOTTES 2023 FRANCOIS COTAT

SANCERRE CAILLOTTES 2023 FRANCOIS COTAT

€55.00
Bouteille 75 cl
Livraison estimée entre le 15/11/26 et le 21/11/26
Tasting
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To the eye
Pale yellow with green highlights; clear and bright
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Nose
Citrus, white flowers, delicate herbs, flint, hints of pear and green apple
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Palate
Straightforward and taut, with a briny texture, intense freshness, a perfect balance between fruit and minerality, and a lingering finish
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Pairing
Oysters, grilled fish, scallops, matured goat’s-milk cheeses
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Aging potential
Delicious to drink now, but will keep for 5 to 8 years, developing greater complexity
Features
  • Color White
  • Region Burgundy
  • Designation SANCERRE
  • Vintage 2023
  • Format Bouteille
  • Domain FRANCOIS COTAT
  • Capacity 75 cl

Your questions, our answers.

Is this Sancerre suitable if I prefer taut whites to rounded wines?

Yes, the description highlights freshness, tension, and a vibrant character. It is therefore a good choice if you are looking for a precise white rather than a rounded mouthfeel.

What should I understand by “mineral” in this Caillottes cuvée?

Here, the term is associated with the wine’s freshness and tension, and with a limestone-rich, stony, very well-drained terroir. It describes a precise expression of Sauvignon Blanc, without specifying any particular mineral aroma.

Will the 2023 vintage suit someone who is mainly looking for aromatic clarity?

This is one of the qualities highlighted in this vintage, which is described as fresh and bright, with great aromatic purity. However, the notes provided do not specify any particular fruit or floral aromas, so the choice is based mainly on this clear, vibrant expression.

What occasion would be suited to this 2023 Caillottes?

A tasting focused on the expression of Sauvignon Blanc and its terroir is particularly well suited to its profile. Its freshness and precision provide a guiding thread for appreciating the mineral character described.

How should I choose between François Cotat’s 2023 Caillottes and Grande Côte?

Based on the information provided, Caillottes has a fresh, taut profile and great aromatic purity. Without notes on the 2023 Grande Côte, it is not possible to make a reliable comparison of the two cuvées’ power, texture, or aging potential.
Notes Parker

Le barème établi par Robert Parker évalue les vins sur une échelle allant de 50 à 100 points afin d’aider les consommateurs à choisir leurs bouteilles. La grille de notation est la suivante :


96 à 100 Une cuvée grandiose : niveau exceptionnel.

90 à 95 Belle complexité aromatique, bel équilibre : niveau excellent.

80 à 89 Grande intensité aromatique, finesse et équilibre : bon niveau.

70 à 79 Plaisant, peu de complexité : niveau moyen.

60 à 69 Quelques défauts perceptibles : niveau très moyen.

50 à 59 Détection de défauts, manque d'équilibre : niveau acceptable.