Patrick Bottex La Cueille Rose, Bugey Cerdon, France NV Pessac Very impressive

Very impressive

fine-grained tannins and a chalky mouthfeel

It's a fine example of an old-vine wine

Aromas of clean honeydew rind and grainy rice with a touch of earth

Patrick Bottex La Cueille Rose, Bugey Cerdon, France NV Pessac Very impressiveThis is gamay and poulsard grown in limestone, fermented without additions and bottled before its finished, as a ptillant naturel. If you havent tasted Bugey Cerdon, it may come as a surprise, with sweet notes of candied rose petals, fresh lingonberries, a little greenness and some pink grapefruit acidity. Asked what she might serve with this wine, Tasting Director Sarah Looper suggested pouring it as an aperitif, or with Vietnamese food, Thai food or