Patrick Bottex La Cueille Rose, Bugey Cerdon, NV France Les Vignes Oubliées our Mae Vineyard Zinfandel is

our Mae Vineyard Zinfandel is an intense powerhouse of juicy plum

It has intoxicating aromas of violets and juniper berries

blue flowers and warm earthiness

The Basarin cru in Neive is one of the most beautiful in the appellation

Black fruits come next

Patrick Bottex La Cueille Rose, Bugey Cerdon, NV France Les Vignes Oubliées our Mae Vineyard Zinfandel isThis 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