this Clos de la Roche has the depth and complexity to age gracefully over the next 15–20 years
The palate is rich and velvety
Earthy minerality and savory nuances enhance the wine’s complexity
and spice—woven into a tightly wound frame of fine tannins and radiant acidity
The whisky is matured in a combination of American oak casks previously used to mature bourbon and European oak casks previously used to mature Oloroso sherry
Domaine Barge, Cote Rotie "Les Cotes", 2022 outofstock-15117713465 this Clos de la RocheJulien Barge, the traditionalist philosopher winemaker celebrated for his rare poetic approach, blends Cte Blonde and Cte Brune for this cuve (a practice he began in 2018). Ninety five percent Syrah with five percent Viognier, the wine is elevated for 28 months in 600 liter demi muids from Barge's six organic hectares of 40 to 60 year old vines that deliver low yields and concentration. Deep garnet with violet hints, showing blackberry, tapenade,