Patrick Bottex La Cueille Rose, Bugey Cerdon, France NV Cremant d'Alsace the texture is silky and

the texture is silky and the wine is smooth and generous on the palate

Smart and bright

with a finely detailed mousse and a delicate range of black raspberry

not too delicate—just right

Patrick Bottex La Cueille Rose, Bugey Cerdon, France NV Cremant d'Alsace the texture is silky andThis 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