Alcohol: 13.5 %
Grape(s): 95% Syrah, 5% Viognier
Location: Côte-Rôtie, Northern Rhône, France
Tasting Notes: Deep ruby with a floral, peppery nose of violet, blackcurrant and smoked meat. Medium-bodied and polished, with fine, ripe tannins, bright acidity and a long, savory finish.
Notes: Syrah co-planted with a little Viognier on the steep terraced slopes of Ampuis, hand-harvested, partly whole-cluster and aged in oak barrels.
Food Pairing: Grilled lamb, roast game, peppered steak, braised short ribs and hard cheeses.
Winery Story: Patrick Jasmin is a Côte-Rôtie grower in Ampuis in the Northern Rhône, known for classic, restrained Syrah from steep terraced vineyards that is made with traditional methods and ages gracefully.
