At a glance

Producer

François Cotat

Region

Sancerre AOC, Loire Valley, France

Grape variety

Sauvignon Blanc

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$55-$75

Tasting profile

Fresh citrus, grapefruit, white flowers, flinty minerality, with a mouthwatering saline finish.

Evolution: Over time will develop richer stone fruit notes, honeyed nuances, and greater textural complexity while maintaining acidity.

At peak: Balanced integration of fruit purity and mineral depth, elegant and creamy texture with a long finish.

Structure

Acidity

High, vibrant acidity typical of top Loire Sauvignon Blanc

Tannins

None (white wine)

Alcohol

Approximately 13-13.5%

Aging potential

Excellent; the terroir expression and minerality with high acidity support aging potential of 10-15 years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2051

Optimal window

2022 to 2054

Current status

Approaching early maturity with excellent freshness and complexity

Current condition

The wine currently shows vibrant citrus, flint and mineral notes with ripe acidity and developing depth, ideal for drinking now through ten years of careful cellaring.

This wine’s high acidity, minerality, and structured purity from the Les Monts Damnés vineyard allow it to evolve gracefully. The peak drinking window matches expanded complexity without losing the vibrant freshness characteristic of top Sancerre from a prestigious producer.

Food pairing

Shellfish, oysters, grilled white fish, goat cheese (especially Crottin de Chavignol), sushi, light poultry dishes with herbs.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Biodynamic preparations, hand-harvesting, limited yields, minimal use of sulfur, natural yeasts, care for soil health, energy-efficient cellar operations.

François Cotat’s commitment to biodynamic farming and natural winemaking practices significantly reduce chemical inputs, foster biodiversity, and maintain soil vitality. Energy use in cellaring is optimized, and the local market focus reduces transport emissions contributing to an overall sustainable approach.