Rene Rostaing, Cote Rotie Ampodium Vintage:2015 In these rather claustrophobic times

In these rather claustrophobic times

then racked into French oak for the malolactic fermentation

The tannins are silky and long

The palate is medium to full-bodied with gorgeous plush tannins and balancing freshness supporting the boldly spicy black fruit preserves

Rene Rostaing, Cote Rotie Ampodium Vintage:2015 In these rather claustrophobic timesAromas of ripe, spice tinged dark berries and pungent flowers are sharpened by sneaky mineral and spice flourishes. Spicy and focused on the palate, offering juicy blackberry, cherry and violet pastille flavors that are complicated by salty olive and cracked pepper nuances. Fleshes out with air while maintaining liveliness and finishes bright, spicy and quite long, displaying sharp clarity, even tannins and lingering florality. Josh Raynolds