Champagne Cuvee La Cote Basque 2000		France
Jean JacquesVery fresh, acacia flowers aromas; walnutty flavors; creamy with nutty richness. Small bubbles and good acidity in the finish.

Release Notes:

Out of stock  Item No. : 08194  Our Rating : 90  Country : France  Region : Champagne  Grape : Pinot  Noir  Alcohol : 11.5%

Jean Jacques Rachou, the owner of La Cote Basque, chose Champagne de St Gall to produce a full-bodied Champagne for his restaurant. Cuvée Côte Basque is made exclusively with grapes from 1° cru vineyards, and it is very aggressively priced.

Champagne De Saint Gall, the maker of Cuvée Côte Basque, is one of the few Champagne houses to obtain a 4 star rating from specialist, Michael Edwards, owner of 1° Cru and Grand Cru vineyards near Epernay.

Tasting Notes:

Very fresh, acacia flowers aromas; walnutty flavors; creamy with nutty richness. Small bubbles and good acidity in the finish. Very well made. Can be cellared for the next 2 or 3 years.

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