Patrick Bottex La Cueille Rose, Bugey Cerdon, France NV Pessac it is full-bodied with a

it is full-bodied with a great balance

96 Pts Wine Advocate

fine-grained tannins and a chalky mouthfeel

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

Patrick Bottex La Cueille Rose, Bugey Cerdon, France NV Pessac it is full-bodied with aThis 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