Côte-Rôtie
Country
France
Region
Vallée du Rhône - Rhône septentrional
Appellation
Côte Rôtie
Nature
Wine
Family
Still wine
Colour
Red
Alcohol by volume
13.5
Designation
(AOC/AOP) Appellation origine controlée/protégée
Winemaking notes
The harvest is
performed entirely by hand and the
grapes are placed in small 10 to
20 kg crates. As soon as they
arrive in the cellar, they are sorted,
de-stemmed and crushed. The
maceration process lasts 20 days at
controlled temperatures (max. 30°C)
to concentrate the colour and aromas.
Part of the wine matures in oak vats
for 12 months.
Viticultural notes
It is one of the oldest vineyards in
France, originally developed by the Romans.
The vineyard of Côte Rôtie spreads over three
villages on the right bank of the Rhône: Saint-Cyr
sur Rhône, Ampuis and Tupin Semons.
Legend has it that the local lord, Seigneur
Maugiron, divided his property between his two
daughters, one blond, the other brunette, thus the
famous names of Côte Blonde and Côte Brune
given to the wines. In the north, the Côte Brune,
very steep, ferrous micaschiste terraces covered
with schist sand. On the Côte Blonde, in the south,
a predominance of gneiss with granite base.
Grape varieties : Syrah is the only red varietal
used. There are just under 10% Viognier, a white
grape variety, which brings more aromas and
finesse.
Tasting notes
Intense dark red
colour with purple highlights.
Lively nose with spicy aromas like
black pepper. As it ages, it takes on
aromas of leather and stone fruits.
The palate reveals flowers in addition
to spicy notes. The harmonious oak
taste tends to lengthen the mouth and
develops chesnut cream notes. It has
a rich and round finish.
Pairing notes
Open it at
least 2 hours before serving between
16 and 18°C. This great wine can be
cellared up to 10 to 15 years.
Food pairing : Rabbit with olives,
beef fillet, duck breast with soft
spices or Tournedos Rossini.