2023 Francois Cotat Sancerre Chavignol Rose Rhone and the wines were just

and the wines were just remarkable

full-bodied with plenty of “zinberry” (that mythical raspberry-orange cross) along with an intriguing note of cinnamon

and plenty of acid-driven tension as per the Bitouzet house style

medium-to-long pineapple smoothie finish with coating tannins and moderate oak flavor

This certified organic vineyard produces a racy

2023 Francois Cotat Sancerre Chavignol Rose Rhone and the wines were justProducer: Francois Cotat Region: Sancerre, Loire, France Varietal: Pinot Noir Year: 2023 Winemaker Notes: "Franois Cotat makes a miniscule amount of this pure, Pinot Noir ros, with just over an acre of vines in Chavignol. Raspberries, white pepper, blood peaches, autumn forest floor. Aromas of stone fruits, orange zest, wildflowers, crushed stones. Tangy, lively and refined; pink grapefruit, fresh ginger, raspberry." Alcohol: 13. 5% Practicing Organic