Domaine Jamet Cote Rotie, Rhone, France 2021 1.5L

Jean-Paul, Corinne, Loïc and Fanny respect the terroir and a passion for wine in its work, in the heart of the Côte Rôtie hills.

"Here, the wines have a very recognisable, personal "stamp", they are chic. And that is a miracle. Jean-Paul's Côte-Rôties can be recognised by their deep colour, notes of black olive and slight smokiness. They are big on the palate, dense in some vintages, and notes of camphor or menthol may appear in cooler years."

The assemblage, a key word for Jean-Paul, makes it possible to access the Côte Rôtie of the Domaine Jamet. The variety of terroirs, exposure and the age of the vines are complementary elements that combine their strengths. Produced from twenty parcels and essentially in whole bunches, the wine is subsequently kept in barrels for twenty-two months.

"The 2021 Côte-Rôtie fermented with roughly 90% whole-clusters. Fragrant raspberry jam, crushed violets, cedar and licorice rise up from the glass. Spicy undertones and stemmy gradations add more layers. Framed by velvety tannins and balanced by bright acidity, this is a finessed Jamet with plenty of energy. Albeit not as concentrated and deep as the 2020 or potentially the 2022, the elegant 2021 dazzles regardless." Vinous 93