Le Rocher des Violettes - Côt 2022

Bettane & Desseauve

About the estate:

In organic farming, Xavier Weisskopf cultivates 9 hectares in Montlouis and 4 in the Touraine appellation. His vineyards are planted with old vines from massal selections, which contributes to the production of top-quality wines. The whites impress with their purity, even within an appellation that is no stranger to talent. An elite winemaker, ranked among the best in the region.

Guide Hachette des vins

About the estate:

A native of the Oise region, Xavier Weisskopf established his winery (17 ha of organic vineyards) in 2005. Nothing had set him on this career path, but his studies in Chablis introduced him to the world of wine, which led him to the “Viti” in Beaune, then to Gigondas, and finally to the banks of the Loire.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

About the wine:

With a subtle, introspective bouquet of violets and black wild berries intertwined with pepper and jasmine, the 2022 Touraine Cot Vieilles Vignes is a medium-bodied, dense, and juicy wine. It is rich and fresh despite a somewhat austere profile.

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

About the wine:

As usual, the Côt needs time to mellow its initial astringency and release its juicy body, punctuated by pronounced tannins. A red wine more suited to winter than spring.

About the estate:

Starting out with limited resources in a makeshift cellar in 2005, Clémence and Xavier Weisskopf have succeeded, through courage and tenacity, in building their own vineyard. For several years now, they have been among the leading producers in Montlouis-sur-Loire. The 17 hectares, spread between Montlouis and Touraine, are cultivated using the “ Organic ” method. Touche Mitaine (flint-rich clay), Les Borderies (clay-limestone, 40-year-old vines), Le Grand Poirier (sandy clay, 67-year-old vines)... A myriad of terroirs has been captured in the bottle, in whites that emphasize aromatic nuance, delicacy, and the authentic expression of Chenin—whether dry or with residual sugar—depending on the character of the vintage. These are wines of great sincerity that delight the palate!