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Little James' Basket Press White, Ch. de Saint Cosme - 2021

Name: Little James' Basket Press White, Ch. de Saint Cosme
Brand: Saint Cosme
SKU: 45455
Price: 14.99 USD
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Item # 45455 750mL

An unoaked and aromatic, dry white wine made from equal parts of Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier. This is an unheard of combination yet the result is nothing short of formidable.

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Color

White

Vintage

2021

Country

France

Region

Languedoc-Roussillon

Producer

Saint Cosme

Grape Variety

Sauvignon Blanc

Viognier

Production Methods

Organic

Certified Organic

Wine made from grapes grown without synthetic pesticides, fertilizers and herbicides in the vineyard. Certified in the country of origin.

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