Rhône
The Rhône Valley, located in southeastern France, is renowned for its exceptional fine wines. With its diverse terroir, rich history, and dedication to quality winemaking, the Rhône Valley offers a captivating selection of wines that embody the region's elegance, complexity, and distinctive character.
The Rhône Valley boasts its own iconic vineyards and wineries, including Château de Beaucastel, Domaine Guigal, and Chapoutier, which are celebrated for producing exceptional wines that showcase the region's unique terroir and winemaking expertise.
The Rhône Valley is renowned for its red wines, particularly in the northern part of the region. Syrah reigns as the dominant grape variety, producing intense and structured wines. Appellations such as Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage, and Cornas are known for their robust and age-worthy reds, often displaying notes of black fruits, spice, and earthiness. Famous vineyards such as La Landonne, La Mouline, and Les Bessards are revered for their exceptional expressions of Syrah.
In the southern Rhône Valley, Grenache takes centre stage, contributing to the region's bold and fruit-forward red blends. The renowned appellation of Châteauneuf-du-Pape is famous for its rich and full-bodied red wines, often featuring a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Vineyards like Château de Beaucastel, Clos des Papes, and Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe produce remarkable wines that showcase the region's commitment to excellence.
The Rhône Valley is also celebrated for its white wines, particularly in the northern part of the region. Viognier, Marsanne, and Roussanne are the key grape varieties, producing aromatic and complex whites. Appellations like Condrieu and Hermitage produce exceptional white wines known for their floral aromas, stone fruit flavors, and vibrant acidity.
Rhône
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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€1,934.84 |
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Vinous (96)Glass-staining ruby. A highly perfumed bouquet evokes ripe dark fruits, baking spices, smoked meat and potpourri, accompanied by building olive and licorice notes. Sappy, sharply delineated blackberry, bitter cherry, licorice and espresso flavors turn sweeter with air and pick up a smoky mineral quality that adds support and back-end cut. Chewy and spicy on the impressively persistent finish, which shows excellent detail and gripping tannins. One-third whole clusters. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96-98 (VN) |
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€826.42 |
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Vinous (96-98)Dark, bright-hued purple. Heady black and blue fruit, violet, incense and smoky mineral aromas are complemented by hints of licorice and exotic spices. Appealingly sweet and expansive on the palate, offering concentrated but almost shockingly lively black raspberry, blueberry, floral pastille, smoky bacon and fruitcake flavors that show sharp delineation and mineral- and spice-driven lift. Steadily building tannins give shape to the mineral-tinged finish, which emphatically echoes the blue fruit, floral and spice notes. |
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Rhone | 2 | 93 (VN) |
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€648.52 |
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Vinous (93)Inky ruby. Complex aromas of fresh red berries, cherry compote, smoky minerals and potpourri, with spicecake and anise nuances emerging with aeration. Smooth, sappy and sweet, displaying very good focus to its intense red fruit preserve, violet pastille and allspice flavors. Shows excellent energy and lift on the floral finish, which is firmed by supple, harmonious tannins. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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€506.02 |
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Vinous (94)Saturated ruby. Highly perfumed dark berry, violet, smoky mineral, black cardamom and olive scents show excellent clarity and a touch of smokiness. Sweet, palate-staining blackberry and floral pastille flavors deepen slowly and take on a deeper licorice note on the back half. Rich but lively as well, finishing with firm back-end cut, fine-grained tannins and suave, impressively persistent floral and exotic spice notes. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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€1,127.24 |
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Vinous (94)Inky ruby. Highly expressive, mineral-accented blackberry, cherry, potpourri and exotic spice aromas take on a licorice nuance as the wine opens up. Intense black and blue fruit, floral pastille, cola and spicecake flavors are firmed by a spine of juicy acidity. Puts on weight on an extremely persistent, sharply delineated finish that repeats the dark berry and floral notes and leaves a hint of succulent herbs and smoky minerals behind. |
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Rhone | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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€719.62 |
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Vinous (94)Inky ruby. Highly expressive, mineral-accented blackberry, cherry, potpourri and exotic spice aromas take on a licorice nuance as the wine opens up. Intense black and blue fruit, floral pastille, cola and spicecake flavors are firmed by a spine of juicy acidity. Puts on weight on an extremely persistent, sharply delineated finish that repeats the dark berry and floral notes and leaves a hint of succulent herbs and smoky minerals behind. |
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Rhone | 3 | 94-95 (VN) |
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€719.62 |
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Vinous (94-95)Aromas of fresh black/blue fruits, pungent flowers, olive and allspice on the incisive nose. Weighty yet lively black currant, bitter cherry and violet pastille flavors show fine delineation and take on a smoky mineral nuance on the back half. Steadily building tannins shape an extremely long, penetrating finish that echoes the floral and mineral notes. The balance of power and finesse here is pretty impressive. |
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Rhone | 3 | - |
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€697.67 |
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The Clusel Roch Cote Rotie Vialliere 2020 is an riveting expression of the terroir in Northern Rhône. Crafted by the renowned Clusel-Roch family, revered for their organic and biodynamic principles, they've lovingly nurtured this Syrah on the steep, terraced slopes of Côte-Rôtie. The soil composition of migmatite, detrital mica and schist lends a distinct character to this wine. Each grape is meticulously hand-picked and then vinified traditionally, with partial destemming, followed by a 14-18 month aging process in oak barrels. The result is a ruby-hued nectar accentuated by beautiful aromas of black fruits, spices and elegant floral undertones, leading onto a palate that boasts silky tannins and a lovely freshness. A testament to the expertise and artisanal approach of the Clusel-Roch family, savor the Clusel Roch Cote Rotie Vialliere 2020 as a sublime symphony of taste and tradition. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€713.32 |
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Characterised by a splendid depth of flavour, the Clusel Roch, Cote Rotie, Bonnivieres 2020 is a product of highly prestigious Cote Rotie terroir of Rhone Valley. This exceptional vintage was nurtured in the legendary Bonnivieres vineyard, known for its nutrient-rich soil and unique microclimate. The vigneron, Clusel-Roch, has upheld the integrity of traditional wine-making, favouring organic viticulture and minimal intervention. The grapes are manually harvested and de-stemming is only partial, this ensures the rich character and complexity of the wine. The maturation, carried out in French oak barrels for 18 months, imparts to the wine subtle woody notes which flawlessly complements its dense red fruit undertones. The bottle unveils a refined balance of power and elegance, featuring a vibrant acidity and persistent finish. In summary, the Clusel Roch, Cote Rotie, Bonnivieres 2020, is a nuanced symphony of terroir-driven eloquence perfect for the discerning oenophile's cellar. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€888.52 |
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Introducing the prestigious Clusel Roch, Cote Rotie, Cote Rozier 2020 – a symbol of exquisite French winemaking. Nestled in Ampuis, a region famous for its divine Syrah varietals, this is a product of one of the Cote Rotie's oldest vineyards. Masterfully crafted by the meticulous hands of Clusel-Roch, a third-generation wine grower who advocates for organic methods, this bottle weaves profound authenticity and time-honoured traditions. The grapes are carefully handpicked and vatted after a partial de-stemming for a more robust texture and introduced to 18-month-long ageing in oak barrels, creating an opulent wine boasting expressive notes of blackcurrant, smoke and spice. Clusel Roch, Cote Rotie, Cote Rozier 2020's rich bouquet and perfectly balanced earthiness ensure a captivating gustatory experience. Best savoured with rich meat dishes, this is a collector's dream or a mesmerising centrepiece at any discerning dinner table. Indulge in the brilliance of Clusel Roch, Cote Rotie, Cote Rozier 2020. |
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Rhone | 3 | - |
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€724.12 |
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Coming from one of the truly aristocratic producers in the Rhône Valley, the Clusel Roche Cote Rotie Champon 2019 is a divine expression of Syrah. This organic wine hails from the steeply sloping vineyards of Côte Rôtie, France, renowned for producing some of the world's best Syrah. Expansive and full-bodied on the palate, Clusel Roche's hand-harvested gem reveals nuances of dark cherries and wild berries, subtly caressed by nuances of spice and a whisper of smoky minerality. Its exquisite harmony comes from its extended maturation in new and old oak, casting an elegant tannic structure. The wine's robust character and vibrant acidity surely reflect the winemaker's dedication to responsible viticulture, resulting in a wine of exceptional quality and longevity. Savour the rich depths and intricate layers of the Clusel Roche Cote Rotie Champon 2019, a wine that graciously encapsulates the terroir-driven excellence and artisan skill of its prodigious maker. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96 (VN) |
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€688.07 |
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Vinous (96)Dark, shimmering magenta. Displays highly perfumed black and blue fruit aromas, along with hints of vanilla, potpourri, olive and smoky minerals. Densely packed cherry, blueberry and fruitcake flavors stretch out steadily with air while taking on a suggestion of exotic spices. The mineral note repeats firmly on the vibrant and impressively long finish, which is shaped by youthfully gripping tannins. |
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Rhone | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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€700.07 |
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Vinous (94)Opaque magenta. Spice-accented aromas of dark fruit liqueur, licorice and candied violet, with a smoky bacon element building as the wine opens up. Sweet and seamless on the palate, offering juicy blueberry, kirsch and spicecake flavors and a subtle touch of exotic spices. Round, harmonious tannins shape a long, penetrating finish that leaves behind a sappy blue fruit note. 50% new oak. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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€1,022.86 |
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Vinous (93)(50% new oak): Inky ruby. Sexy, inviting aromas of cherry compote, blackcurrant, incense and smoky Indian spices, with a peppery nuance in the background. Smooth, sweet and open-knit, offering sappy dark fruit and spicecake flavors complemented by notes of cola and violet pastille. Sweet and youthfully tannic on the clinging finish, with repeating smoke and floral qualities. Shows a very civilized character for this bottling, which is often a tough read in its early days. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
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€413.06 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)Another killer Cote Rotie is the 2009 Cote Rotie la Landonne and it's a bigger, rich, more opulent version of the 2010. Raspberries, chocolate, exotic flowers, violets and ample minerality all give way to a full-bodied, seamless, layered 2009 that has massive mid-palate depth and a monster finish. Raised all in new oak, it should be drinkable at an earlier age than the '10, yet have a similar evolution. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
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€2,240.87 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)Another killer Cote Rotie is the 2009 Cote Rotie la Landonne and it's a bigger, rich, more opulent version of the 2010. Raspberries, chocolate, exotic flowers, violets and ample minerality all give way to a full-bodied, seamless, layered 2009 that has massive mid-palate depth and a monster finish. Raised all in new oak, it should be drinkable at an earlier age than the '10, yet have a similar evolution. |
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Rhone | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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€1,064.20 |
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Wine Advocate (98)Up with some of the greatest Cote Roties out there is Delas's 2010 Cote Rotie la Landonne. Revealing an inky purple color as well as an incredible perfume of spring flowers, violets, black raspberries, graphite and Asian spice, it has drop-dead gorgeous purity, full-bodied richness and a seamless, layered texture that fails to completely cover the wine's underlying tannic grip. Made from 100% Syrah and aged 16 months in new French oak, hide bottles in the cellar for another 4-5 years and enjoy them over the following three decades. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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€1,187.58 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Showing even better from bottle than barrel, the 2012 Côte Rôtie La Landonne is a fabulous effort that oozes notions of cassis, black raspberry, violet, incense and spice-box. Medium to full-bodied, with a gorgeous mid-palate and building, fine tannin, enjoy this ripe, layered, textured beauty over the coming 10-15 years. Made from 100% Syrah aged in new barrels, it’s gorgeous. |
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Rhone | 12 | 94+ (WA) |
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€1,138.40 |
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Wine Advocate (94+)The 2013 Côte Rôtie la Landonne is a longer term prospect that will require patience. It offers youthful, yet beautifully pure notes of black cherries, roasted herbs, licorice and distinct minerality to go with a medium to full-bodied, structured, tannic yet balanced feel on the palate. Completely destemmed and aged in 40% new French oak, I followed this bottle for multiple days and it continued to gain more and more mid-palate depth, without losing purity or freshness. Give bottles 5-6 years of cellaring and enjoy through 2038. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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€895.60 |
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Wine Advocate (97)With only about 100 cases produced each year, finding a bottle of the 2015 Cote Rotie la Landonne will prove much harder than drinking it. It's indeed a terrific wine but a bit closed and cedary at this particular moment, the 40% new oak standing out on the nose. But this cuvée has a long track record of excellence, so expect it to blossom with time in the cellar. It's concentrated and powerful but amazingly light on its feet, with firm, ample tannins that manage to convey a sense of ripeness as well. Tar, black olive, cassis and espresso elements all speak to the grape (100% Syrah) and the single lieu-dit origin. |
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Rhone | 2 | 97 (WA) |
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€2,990.77 |
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Wine Advocate (97)With only about 100 cases produced each year, finding a bottle of the 2015 Cote Rotie la Landonne will prove much harder than drinking it. It's indeed a terrific wine but a bit closed and cedary at this particular moment, the 40% new oak standing out on the nose. But this cuvée has a long track record of excellence, so expect it to blossom with time in the cellar. It's concentrated and powerful but amazingly light on its feet, with firm, ample tannins that manage to convey a sense of ripeness as well. Tar, black olive, cassis and espresso elements all speak to the grape (100% Syrah) and the single lieu-dit origin. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (WE) |
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€1,216.38 |
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Wine Enthusiast (97)Sun-baked garrigue and smoky notes of iron and earth accent intensely ripe black cherry and cassis in this wine. Made from 100% Syrah, it's a hulking powerhouse of black-fruit flavors but finessed by firm acidity and fine, integrated tannins. Stunning already it should improve through 2036 and hold further. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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€1,228.38 |
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Vinous (96)Glass-staining ruby. Displays an array of intensely perfumed black and blue fruit scents that are complemented and energized by suggestions of candied flowers, exotic spices and smoky minerals. Expansive, smoke- and spice-accented blueberry, blackberry and cherry-cola flavors show superb clarity and take on allspice, olive and cracked pepper notes as the wine opens up. Weighty as well as lithe, finishing extremely long and minerally, with the floral and cherry notes echoing. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96 (VN) |
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€1,168.25 |
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Vinous (96)Opaque ruby. Intensely perfumed, spice- and mineral accented blackberry, cherry liqueur, potpourri, pipe tobacco and licorice on the penetrating nose. Sweet, spicy and focused on the palate, displaying impressively deep, ripe dark berry, kirsch, exotic spice and fruitcake flavors that slowly flesh out with aeration. Shows superb clarity and drive and finishes smoky and impressively long, with steadily building tannins and a lingering suggestion of candied violet. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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€1,146.47 |
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Vinous (96)Opaque ruby. Intensely perfumed, spice- and mineral accented blackberry, cherry liqueur, potpourri, pipe tobacco and licorice on the penetrating nose. Sweet, spicy and focused on the palate, displaying impressively deep, ripe dark berry, kirsch, exotic spice and fruitcake flavors that slowly flesh out with aeration. Shows superb clarity and drive and finishes smoky and impressively long, with steadily building tannins and a lingering suggestion of candied violet. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96-97 (VN) |
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€1,238.66 |
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Vinous (96-97)Dark purple. A highly complex bouquet evokes ripe black and blue fruits, incense and potpourri; olive and exotic spice nuances build in the glass. Offers palate-staining cassis, bitter cherry, olive, licorice and violet pastille flavors that show superb delineation and a spicy snap of cracked pepper on the back half. Closes extremely long and smoky, with repeating mineral and floral notes and gripping tannins that build steadily. |
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Rhone | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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€596.66 |
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Vinous (92)Deep ruby. Pungent dark berry and cherry pit aromas are complemented by candied violet, mocha and black pepper. Fleshy and expansive on the palate, offering sweet, spice-tinged black and blue fruit flavors that put on weight and become more spicy with air. Open-knit, pure and seamless in texture, finishing with superb punch and velvety tannins that add grip. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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€2,235.73 |
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Wine Advocate (96)From a scorching-hot year and compared to the 1999 and the 2009 by Jamet, the jaw-droppingly good 1989 Cote Rotie is more muscular and savory than the more sweetly fruited 1990. Offering up tons of asphalt, beef blood, smoked earth and spice, as well as a core of gamy Syrah fruit, it's fabulously textured, full-bodied, structured and has a killer finish. A big, bruiser style of Cote Rotie, it has another decade of prime drinking, and will hold for even longer. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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€6,422.77 |
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Wine Advocate (97)One of the all-time greats from this estate is the still inky colored 1999 Cote Rotie. From a hot year that had many vignerons struggling with vinification issues, Jean-Paul compared 1999 to 2009 more than once. Sensationally rich, concentrated and full-bodied, it reveals a classic bouquet of pepper, smoked herbs, black currants and licorice. One sexy Cote Rotie that's just hard to resist, it's drinking perfectly today but will evolve nicely for another decade or more. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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€687.73 |
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Wine Advocate (97)One of the all-time greats from this estate is the still inky colored 1999 Cote Rotie. From a hot year that had many vignerons struggling with vinification issues, Jean-Paul compared 1999 to 2009 more than once. Sensationally rich, concentrated and full-bodied, it reveals a classic bouquet of pepper, smoked herbs, black currants and licorice. One sexy Cote Rotie that's just hard to resist, it's drinking perfectly today but will evolve nicely for another decade or more. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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€1,575.00 |
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Vinous (96)Glass-staining ruby. A highly perfumed bouquet evokes ripe dark fruits, baking spices, smoked meat and potpourri, accompanied by building olive and licorice notes. Sappy, sharply delineated blackberry, bitter cherry, licorice and espresso flavors turn sweeter with air and pick up a smoky mineral quality that adds support and back-end cut. Chewy and spicy on the impressively persistent finish, which shows excellent detail and gripping tannins. One-third whole clusters. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96-98 (VN) |
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€670.00 |
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Vinous (96-98)Dark, bright-hued purple. Heady black and blue fruit, violet, incense and smoky mineral aromas are complemented by hints of licorice and exotic spices. Appealingly sweet and expansive on the palate, offering concentrated but almost shockingly lively black raspberry, blueberry, floral pastille, smoky bacon and fruitcake flavors that show sharp delineation and mineral- and spice-driven lift. Steadily building tannins give shape to the mineral-tinged finish, which emphatically echoes the blue fruit, floral and spice notes. |
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Rhone | 2 | 93 (VN) |
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€518.00 |
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Vinous (93)Inky ruby. Complex aromas of fresh red berries, cherry compote, smoky minerals and potpourri, with spicecake and anise nuances emerging with aeration. Smooth, sappy and sweet, displaying very good focus to its intense red fruit preserve, violet pastille and allspice flavors. Shows excellent energy and lift on the floral finish, which is firmed by supple, harmonious tannins. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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€403.00 |
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Vinous (94)Saturated ruby. Highly perfumed dark berry, violet, smoky mineral, black cardamom and olive scents show excellent clarity and a touch of smokiness. Sweet, palate-staining blackberry and floral pastille flavors deepen slowly and take on a deeper licorice note on the back half. Rich but lively as well, finishing with firm back-end cut, fine-grained tannins and suave, impressively persistent floral and exotic spice notes. |
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Rhone | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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€902.00 |
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Vinous (94)Inky ruby. Highly expressive, mineral-accented blackberry, cherry, potpourri and exotic spice aromas take on a licorice nuance as the wine opens up. Intense black and blue fruit, floral pastille, cola and spicecake flavors are firmed by a spine of juicy acidity. Puts on weight on an extremely persistent, sharply delineated finish that repeats the dark berry and floral notes and leaves a hint of succulent herbs and smoky minerals behind. |
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Rhone | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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€581.00 |
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Vinous (94)Inky ruby. Highly expressive, mineral-accented blackberry, cherry, potpourri and exotic spice aromas take on a licorice nuance as the wine opens up. Intense black and blue fruit, floral pastille, cola and spicecake flavors are firmed by a spine of juicy acidity. Puts on weight on an extremely persistent, sharply delineated finish that repeats the dark berry and floral notes and leaves a hint of succulent herbs and smoky minerals behind. |
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Rhone | 3 | 94-95 (VN) |
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€581.00 |
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Vinous (94-95)Aromas of fresh black/blue fruits, pungent flowers, olive and allspice on the incisive nose. Weighty yet lively black currant, bitter cherry and violet pastille flavors show fine delineation and take on a smoky mineral nuance on the back half. Steadily building tannins shape an extremely long, penetrating finish that echoes the floral and mineral notes. The balance of power and finesse here is pretty impressive. |
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Rhone | 3 | - |
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€559.00 |
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The Clusel Roch Cote Rotie Vialliere 2020 is an riveting expression of the terroir in Northern Rhône. Crafted by the renowned Clusel-Roch family, revered for their organic and biodynamic principles, they've lovingly nurtured this Syrah on the steep, terraced slopes of Côte-Rôtie. The soil composition of migmatite, detrital mica and schist lends a distinct character to this wine. Each grape is meticulously hand-picked and then vinified traditionally, with partial destemming, followed by a 14-18 month aging process in oak barrels. The result is a ruby-hued nectar accentuated by beautiful aromas of black fruits, spices and elegant floral undertones, leading onto a palate that boasts silky tannins and a lovely freshness. A testament to the expertise and artisanal approach of the Clusel-Roch family, savor the Clusel Roch Cote Rotie Vialliere 2020 as a sublime symphony of taste and tradition. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€572.00 |
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Characterised by a splendid depth of flavour, the Clusel Roch, Cote Rotie, Bonnivieres 2020 is a product of highly prestigious Cote Rotie terroir of Rhone Valley. This exceptional vintage was nurtured in the legendary Bonnivieres vineyard, known for its nutrient-rich soil and unique microclimate. The vigneron, Clusel-Roch, has upheld the integrity of traditional wine-making, favouring organic viticulture and minimal intervention. The grapes are manually harvested and de-stemming is only partial, this ensures the rich character and complexity of the wine. The maturation, carried out in French oak barrels for 18 months, imparts to the wine subtle woody notes which flawlessly complements its dense red fruit undertones. The bottle unveils a refined balance of power and elegance, featuring a vibrant acidity and persistent finish. In summary, the Clusel Roch, Cote Rotie, Bonnivieres 2020, is a nuanced symphony of terroir-driven eloquence perfect for the discerning oenophile's cellar. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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€718.00 |
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Introducing the prestigious Clusel Roch, Cote Rotie, Cote Rozier 2020 – a symbol of exquisite French winemaking. Nestled in Ampuis, a region famous for its divine Syrah varietals, this is a product of one of the Cote Rotie's oldest vineyards. Masterfully crafted by the meticulous hands of Clusel-Roch, a third-generation wine grower who advocates for organic methods, this bottle weaves profound authenticity and time-honoured traditions. The grapes are carefully handpicked and vatted after a partial de-stemming for a more robust texture and introduced to 18-month-long ageing in oak barrels, creating an opulent wine boasting expressive notes of blackcurrant, smoke and spice. Clusel Roch, Cote Rotie, Cote Rozier 2020's rich bouquet and perfectly balanced earthiness ensure a captivating gustatory experience. Best savoured with rich meat dishes, this is a collector's dream or a mesmerising centrepiece at any discerning dinner table. Indulge in the brilliance of Clusel Roch, Cote Rotie, Cote Rozier 2020. |
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Rhone | 3 | - |
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€581.00 |
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Coming from one of the truly aristocratic producers in the Rhône Valley, the Clusel Roche Cote Rotie Champon 2019 is a divine expression of Syrah. This organic wine hails from the steeply sloping vineyards of Côte Rôtie, France, renowned for producing some of the world's best Syrah. Expansive and full-bodied on the palate, Clusel Roche's hand-harvested gem reveals nuances of dark cherries and wild berries, subtly caressed by nuances of spice and a whisper of smoky minerality. Its exquisite harmony comes from its extended maturation in new and old oak, casting an elegant tannic structure. The wine's robust character and vibrant acidity surely reflect the winemaker's dedication to responsible viticulture, resulting in a wine of exceptional quality and longevity. Savour the rich depths and intricate layers of the Clusel Roche Cote Rotie Champon 2019, a wine that graciously encapsulates the terroir-driven excellence and artisan skill of its prodigious maker. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96 (VN) |
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€551.00 |
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Vinous (96)Dark, shimmering magenta. Displays highly perfumed black and blue fruit aromas, along with hints of vanilla, potpourri, olive and smoky minerals. Densely packed cherry, blueberry and fruitcake flavors stretch out steadily with air while taking on a suggestion of exotic spices. The mineral note repeats firmly on the vibrant and impressively long finish, which is shaped by youthfully gripping tannins. |
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Rhone | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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€561.00 |
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Vinous (94)Opaque magenta. Spice-accented aromas of dark fruit liqueur, licorice and candied violet, with a smoky bacon element building as the wine opens up. Sweet and seamless on the palate, offering juicy blueberry, kirsch and spicecake flavors and a subtle touch of exotic spices. Round, harmonious tannins shape a long, penetrating finish that leaves behind a sappy blue fruit note. 50% new oak. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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€808.00 |
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Vinous (93)(50% new oak): Inky ruby. Sexy, inviting aromas of cherry compote, blackcurrant, incense and smoky Indian spices, with a peppery nuance in the background. Smooth, sweet and open-knit, offering sappy dark fruit and spicecake flavors complemented by notes of cola and violet pastille. Sweet and youthfully tannic on the clinging finish, with repeating smoke and floral qualities. Shows a very civilized character for this bottling, which is often a tough read in its early days. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
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€339.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)Another killer Cote Rotie is the 2009 Cote Rotie la Landonne and it's a bigger, rich, more opulent version of the 2010. Raspberries, chocolate, exotic flowers, violets and ample minerality all give way to a full-bodied, seamless, layered 2009 that has massive mid-palate depth and a monster finish. Raised all in new oak, it should be drinkable at an earlier age than the '10, yet have a similar evolution. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
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€1,845.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)Another killer Cote Rotie is the 2009 Cote Rotie la Landonne and it's a bigger, rich, more opulent version of the 2010. Raspberries, chocolate, exotic flowers, violets and ample minerality all give way to a full-bodied, seamless, layered 2009 that has massive mid-palate depth and a monster finish. Raised all in new oak, it should be drinkable at an earlier age than the '10, yet have a similar evolution. |
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Rhone | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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€879.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)Up with some of the greatest Cote Roties out there is Delas's 2010 Cote Rotie la Landonne. Revealing an inky purple color as well as an incredible perfume of spring flowers, violets, black raspberries, graphite and Asian spice, it has drop-dead gorgeous purity, full-bodied richness and a seamless, layered texture that fails to completely cover the wine's underlying tannic grip. Made from 100% Syrah and aged 16 months in new French oak, hide bottles in the cellar for another 4-5 years and enjoy them over the following three decades. |
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Rhone | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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€971.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Showing even better from bottle than barrel, the 2012 Côte Rôtie La Landonne is a fabulous effort that oozes notions of cassis, black raspberry, violet, incense and spice-box. Medium to full-bodied, with a gorgeous mid-palate and building, fine tannin, enjoy this ripe, layered, textured beauty over the coming 10-15 years. Made from 100% Syrah aged in new barrels, it’s gorgeous. |
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Rhone | 12 | 94+ (WA) |
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€933.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94+)The 2013 Côte Rôtie la Landonne is a longer term prospect that will require patience. It offers youthful, yet beautifully pure notes of black cherries, roasted herbs, licorice and distinct minerality to go with a medium to full-bodied, structured, tannic yet balanced feel on the palate. Completely destemmed and aged in 40% new French oak, I followed this bottle for multiple days and it continued to gain more and more mid-palate depth, without losing purity or freshness. Give bottles 5-6 years of cellaring and enjoy through 2038. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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€737.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)With only about 100 cases produced each year, finding a bottle of the 2015 Cote Rotie la Landonne will prove much harder than drinking it. It's indeed a terrific wine but a bit closed and cedary at this particular moment, the 40% new oak standing out on the nose. But this cuvée has a long track record of excellence, so expect it to blossom with time in the cellar. It's concentrated and powerful but amazingly light on its feet, with firm, ample tannins that manage to convey a sense of ripeness as well. Tar, black olive, cassis and espresso elements all speak to the grape (100% Syrah) and the single lieu-dit origin. |
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Rhone | 2 | 97 (WA) |
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€2,455.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)With only about 100 cases produced each year, finding a bottle of the 2015 Cote Rotie la Landonne will prove much harder than drinking it. It's indeed a terrific wine but a bit closed and cedary at this particular moment, the 40% new oak standing out on the nose. But this cuvée has a long track record of excellence, so expect it to blossom with time in the cellar. It's concentrated and powerful but amazingly light on its feet, with firm, ample tannins that manage to convey a sense of ripeness as well. Tar, black olive, cassis and espresso elements all speak to the grape (100% Syrah) and the single lieu-dit origin. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (WE) |
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€995.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (97)Sun-baked garrigue and smoky notes of iron and earth accent intensely ripe black cherry and cassis in this wine. Made from 100% Syrah, it's a hulking powerhouse of black-fruit flavors but finessed by firm acidity and fine, integrated tannins. Stunning already it should improve through 2036 and hold further. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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€1,005.00 |
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Vinous (96)Glass-staining ruby. Displays an array of intensely perfumed black and blue fruit scents that are complemented and energized by suggestions of candied flowers, exotic spices and smoky minerals. Expansive, smoke- and spice-accented blueberry, blackberry and cherry-cola flavors show superb clarity and take on allspice, olive and cracked pepper notes as the wine opens up. Weighty as well as lithe, finishing extremely long and minerally, with the floral and cherry notes echoing. |
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Rhone | 2 | 96 (VN) |
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€951.00 |
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Vinous (96)Opaque ruby. Intensely perfumed, spice- and mineral accented blackberry, cherry liqueur, potpourri, pipe tobacco and licorice on the penetrating nose. Sweet, spicy and focused on the palate, displaying impressively deep, ripe dark berry, kirsch, exotic spice and fruitcake flavors that slowly flesh out with aeration. Shows superb clarity and drive and finishes smoky and impressively long, with steadily building tannins and a lingering suggestion of candied violet. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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€933.00 |
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Vinous (96)Opaque ruby. Intensely perfumed, spice- and mineral accented blackberry, cherry liqueur, potpourri, pipe tobacco and licorice on the penetrating nose. Sweet, spicy and focused on the palate, displaying impressively deep, ripe dark berry, kirsch, exotic spice and fruitcake flavors that slowly flesh out with aeration. Shows superb clarity and drive and finishes smoky and impressively long, with steadily building tannins and a lingering suggestion of candied violet. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96-97 (VN) |
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€1,010.00 |
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Vinous (96-97)Dark purple. A highly complex bouquet evokes ripe black and blue fruits, incense and potpourri; olive and exotic spice nuances build in the glass. Offers palate-staining cassis, bitter cherry, olive, licorice and violet pastille flavors that show superb delineation and a spicy snap of cracked pepper on the back half. Closes extremely long and smoky, with repeating mineral and floral notes and gripping tannins that build steadily. |
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Rhone | 1 | 92 (VN) |
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€475.00 |
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Vinous (92)Deep ruby. Pungent dark berry and cherry pit aromas are complemented by candied violet, mocha and black pepper. Fleshy and expansive on the palate, offering sweet, spice-tinged black and blue fruit flavors that put on weight and become more spicy with air. Open-knit, pure and seamless in texture, finishing with superb punch and velvety tannins that add grip. |
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Rhone | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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€1,860.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)From a scorching-hot year and compared to the 1999 and the 2009 by Jamet, the jaw-droppingly good 1989 Cote Rotie is more muscular and savory than the more sweetly fruited 1990. Offering up tons of asphalt, beef blood, smoked earth and spice, as well as a core of gamy Syrah fruit, it's fabulously textured, full-bodied, structured and has a killer finish. A big, bruiser style of Cote Rotie, it has another decade of prime drinking, and will hold for even longer. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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€5,315.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)One of the all-time greats from this estate is the still inky colored 1999 Cote Rotie. From a hot year that had many vignerons struggling with vinification issues, Jean-Paul compared 1999 to 2009 more than once. Sensationally rich, concentrated and full-bodied, it reveals a classic bouquet of pepper, smoked herbs, black currants and licorice. One sexy Cote Rotie that's just hard to resist, it's drinking perfectly today but will evolve nicely for another decade or more. |
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Rhone | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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€570.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)One of the all-time greats from this estate is the still inky colored 1999 Cote Rotie. From a hot year that had many vignerons struggling with vinification issues, Jean-Paul compared 1999 to 2009 more than once. Sensationally rich, concentrated and full-bodied, it reveals a classic bouquet of pepper, smoked herbs, black currants and licorice. One sexy Cote Rotie that's just hard to resist, it's drinking perfectly today but will evolve nicely for another decade or more. |
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