displaying resonating berry character and smooth

cigar box and bright red fruits with a blast of cassis in the finish

French oak foudres

Satin-like in texture

imposing Barolo will require patience

Chapoutier, Cote Rotie Mordoree Vintage:1997 displaying resonating berry character and(100% syrah, from vines in the Cote Blonde that are reportedly almost 65 years old), Opaque ruby. An exotically perfumed bouquet presents candied dark berries and cherry cola, with notes of Indian spices, anise and smoked meat building with air. Fleshy but focused on the palate, with intense black and blue fruit flavors and a touch of candied violet. Tangy minerals add lift and cut to a strikingly long, smoky and gently tannic finish. Josh Raynolds