Domaine Cauhapé - Quintessence du Petit Manseng 2000
Notes: Fleurus Guide 19/20, Hachette Guide 2** (remarkable wine) + Coup de Coeur
The Quintessence cuvée has received widespread acclaim and is considered by many professionals and wine lovers to be one of the greatest wines in the world. The work of a perfectionist, this is a wine that every wine lover should have the chance to taste at least once. A masterpiece!
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Eye
vibrant color, amber-colored
Nose
intensely aromatic, with a youthful character, notes of very ripe apricot, praline, candied medlar, and roasted citrus
Palate
Well-balanced, lively and elegant, both vibrant and tender, with a sumptuous texture. But the most surprising thing about this wine is the impression it leaves on the palate: toasty, almost chocolatey notes
Serve
bottled at 10% ABV
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2009
High point
2020
Drink before
2030
Guard
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Food and wine pairings
A déguster pour lui même pour essayer de percer le mystère du temps !<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide): 4* Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
This is the largest private estate in Jurançon and the most widely distributed brand in high-end restaurants and luxury wine shops. Henri Ramonteu has perfected the small-scale production of sweet wines with spectacular aromas and a fascinating finish. All share the estate’s signature style: fruitiness of great purity and concentration, balanced by the region’s characteristic liveliness. Top-notch.
Decanter
Rated property Recommended
Wine Enthusiast
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
Gilbert & Gaillard
Rated property Recommended
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