Sancerre La Grande Côte (Magnum) 2014 Domaine François Cotta

French Secret Cellar ・ Sancerre - La Grande Cote (Magnum) 2014

C14W4521

White

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1btl. 1500ml

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This is one of Sancerre's finest wines, hailing from the steep Kimmeridgian limestone slopes of La Grande Côte. 2014 is a classic, cool vintage, showcasing pure citrus and white peach fruit, with chalky minerality providing a sense of tension. Aging also brings out nuances of honey and nuts, giving this magnum the scale and depth it deserves.

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Tasting Comments

Tasting Notes
Pale golden in color. Upon tipping the glass, aromas of white flowers, ripe pear, and white peach emerge, followed by lemon peel, green apple, and mineral notes of chalk and flint. Over time, honey, almond, and a subtle hint of smoke are added, creating a complex layered finish.

The palate is backbone-filled with firm acidity, showcasing the tension and supple energy of a cool vintage. The fruit is delicate yet concentrated, with citrus and white peach blended with salty minerals. The gradual aging of the magnum gives it a rounded, deep flavor, and the finish is marked by a lingering aroma of powdery lime and lemongrass.

Pairing
Grilled scallops
Grilled oysters
Veal stewed in white wine

Technical Data

Vineyard: "La Grande Côte" - steep slope, good exposure, soil described as "terres blanches (white soil = calcareous/Kimmeridgian)".
Age of vines: Average 20+ years, maximum 60+ years
Harvesting: Hand-picked (whole bunch harvest)

Vinification and aging: Fermentation and aging in old barrels (demi-muids/tonneaux). Wild yeast used. Bottled without fining or filtration.