Zesty notes of lime and white pepper; sweet yellow fruit. A more “approachable,” early drinking Cotat that nonetheless captures the depth and persistence of the ...

The venerable Cotat estate holds vineyards in the top-rated village of Chavignol, making tiny quantities of absolutely unforgettable wines. In fact, these wines ...

One of America's most respected wine merchants; specialists in impeccably cellared examples of the world's greatest wines, with prices that are often the ...

A profile of François Cotat, a top name in Chavignol, presented in three parts. Here in part one I look at the history of the domaine, which despite its ...

This Sancerre wine has received good scores from various critics. Critic tasting note: (2003 vintage) "Fairly heavy and floral, with buttery, sweet aromas.

A jovial man, François Cotat is one of the most venerable wine producers in the Loire. Often considered 'atypical' to be labelled as Sancerre, ...

But Cotat wines are very unique; these are incredibly voluptuous, concentrated Sancerres that demand 5 years or more before they are truly ready. And they last ...

François must be one of the most unique producers in Sancerre, using minimal intervention in the cellar in order to make wines that are absolutely expressive of ...

From the importer: "Sancerre from François Cotat is simply some of the most singular Sauvignon Blanc in the world. Devotees can tell you that what happens ...