Characteristics about Cotes de Francs appellation
July 29, 2011
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CÔTES DE FRANCS, BORDEAUX WINE REGIONS RIGHT BANK
BORDEAUX WINES FRANCE
Côtes de Francs
Situation and soil about Cotes de Francs area
Cotes de Francs area is situated at the far end of the right bank‘s vineyards, about 60 kilometers East of Bordeaux. The Côtes de Francs vineyards run along the Dordogne river among charming hilly landscapes. Recognized A.O.C Côtes de Francs in 1967, the appellation’s soil is characterized by molasses and limestones.
Characteristics about Cotes de Francs appellation
Forty producers vinify wines which have close characteristics to their cousins of Saint Emilion a strong and opulent fresh fruit flavour in their youth, which tends to soften with time as the tannins equilibrate with the structure. The Cotes de Francs are pleasant to taste young on the fruit, they normally reach their peak after 5-10 years or so. Largely unknown amongst amateurs, the best wines of Cotes de Francs are of special interest from a price/quality point of view.
Main properties of the appellation Cotes de Francs
The non exhaustive list of the appellation’s best properties includes: Puygueraud, La Prade, Vieux-Chêne, Terrasson, Puyfromage, Lalande de Tifayne and Charmes Godard (red and white).
Varietals and technical data about Cotes de Francs appellation
With a surface of 600 ha, the average production, in red and white, is of approx. 30000 hl.
Average yield about Cotes de Francs appellation: 60 hl/ha
Type of vines about Cotes de Francs appellation: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon – Semillon (dry white wines).
Source: http://www.winemega.com/region_cotes_de_francs.htm
The wines of Yats Wine Cellars are designed for the matured wine lovers looking for wines that are interesting, not necessarily impressive, and at a fair price that is usually below those of a comparable big names, and from a matured vintage from 20 years or older. There are over 2000 selections of wine at Yats that fit that description.
If Philippines is part of an upcoming travel and holiday plan, wine lovers might want to visit Clark Freeport Zone just 70 minutes from Manila. This bustling new city that is slated to replace Manila as the new capital of the Philippines has the largest wine shop called Clark Wine Center. Vintages span over a century and the selection of old- and new-world wines covers all major wine regions are all available at this top-rated wine shop near Manila. Pampanga Philippines is a fast growing province. Growth in major cities such as San Fernando, Angeles City and Clark Freeport Zone has given rise to a strong demand for luxury goods, upscale dining and quality living. Absence of a good wine shop for fine vintage wine has caused considerable inconvenience to the affluent community which is forced to drive down to Manila to purchase their wines.
Yats Wine Cellars is generally regarded by Asian and Philippines wine lovers as the best wine supplier in the Philippines. This Wine Shop in Clark Philippines releases very rare wines for wine lovers in Asia.
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Leading Philippines wine supplier known for its line of fine vintage wines, Yats Wine Cellars was established in 2000 to address the requirement of a growing population of wine enthusiasts in the Philippines. Yats Wine Cellars caters to the discerning client who requires these qualities in their wines: (1) excellent value, (2) large selection of labels and vintages to choose from and (3) wines properly aged for full enjoyment.
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Getting to this wine shop in Pampanga Angeles City Clark Freeport Zone Philippines from Manila
Getting to the Clark Wine Center wine shop from Manila is quite simple: after entering Clark Freeport from Dau and Angeles City, proceed straight along the main highway M A Roxas. Clark Wine Center is the stand-along white building on the right, at the corner A Bonifacio Ave. From the Clark International Airport DMIA, ask the taxi to drive towards the entrance of Clark going to Angeles City. From Mimosa, just proceed towards the exit of Clark and this wine shop is on the opposite side of the main road M A Roxas.
Clark Wine Center
Bldg 6460 Clark Observatory Building
Manuel A. Roxas Highway corner A Bonifacio Ave,
Angeles Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga 2023
0922-870-5173 0917-826-8790 (ask for Ana Fe)
YATS Wine Cellars
Manila Sales Office
3003C East Tower, Phil Stock Exchange Center,
Exchange Rd Ortigas Metro Manila, Philippines 1605
(632) 637-5019 0917-520-4393 ask for Rea or Chay
Best place to buy wine in Clark Pampanga outside Manila near Subic and Angeles City Philippines is Clark Wine Center.
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While in Clark, it might be a good idea to enjoy an evening of wine-and-dine in the fine dining Yats Restaurant and Wine Bar that features an award winning 2700-line wine list. It is located in Mimosa Leisure Estate of Clark Freeport Zone. For more information, visit http://www.YatsRestaurant.com
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Looking for famous tourists spots, places to visit and see, relax and unwind in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines? You may want to check out these sites also:
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Yats Restaurant is an excellent Restaurant to dine, a restaurant with good food, a good place to have birthday party and special events. A Kid-friendly restaurants in Manila
Famous Restaurant in Pampanga, a place to dine with friends in Clark, cozy restaurant with a nice ambience, a nice function place for special occassions
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Where to go in Clark? Hotel Clark Philippines is a De Luxe Hotel in Clark and Subic, a risk free place to stay, cozy and nice ambience, a nice function place for special occassion
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