Domaine Clusel-Roch Les Grandes Places – Côte-Rôtie – Red – 2020:

 

The Ultimate Northern Rhône Syrah: Clusel Roch ‘Les Grandes Places’

The CLUSEL ROCH COTE ROTIE LES GRANDES PLACES RED is a singular expression of the Côte Rôtie appellation, crafted from the oldest Syrah (Serine) vines on the famed ‘Les Grandes Places’ plot. This is a collector’s wine, presenting a profound intersection of power, elegance, and distinct terroir.

Tasting Profile & Provenance

Sourced from ferrous schist soils, this wine captures the unique minerality of the northern Rhône. It is organically farmed, ensuring the purest fruit expression.

• Color: Deep, saturated garnet with violet hues.
• Nose: A heady, exotically perfumed bouquet of ripe black and blue fruits (blackberry, blueberry), incense, smoky bacon, and a strong violet lift. Hints of crushed black pepper and licorice emerge as it breathes.
• Palate: Impressively deep and sappy, offering concentrated yet lively flavors of black raspberry, bitter cherry, and floral pastille. The mouthfeel is creamy, structured by substantial yet polished tannins. The finish is long, mineral-tinged, and emphatically spicy.

Pairing & Decanting Recommendation

This is a serious, age-worthy wine (10-20 years potential). Decant for 60-90 minutes, especially when young, and serve at 60-65°F.

• Pairing: Braised Lamb Shanks, Prime Rib Roast with rosemary, Truffle Risotto, Dry-aged Filet Mignon.

Côte-Rôtie 2020
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