Rostaing inherited prize parcels in Cote Rotie from his father-in-law, Albert Dervieux, and uncle, Marius Gentaz. He went on to become a legend of his own. His son, Pierre, took over in 2015 and pushed the domaine in a more traditional direction. The high quality has gotten even higher.
Professional Reviews
Antonio Galloni
Decanter
What importer Polaner Selections has to say about this wine...
VINEYARD3 parcels of vines 20-70+ years in age. With a 45 degree slope, this vinyeard is on one of the steepest of the Côte Brune.SOILSchist and dark, iron-rich granite.VITICULTUREHand harvested. 30 hL/hAVINIFICATIONTraditional vinification, including wild yeast fermentation. Stem inclusion and length of maceration depend on the vintage.AGINGAged in a mix of 225 and 500 liter barrels. (about 7% new).
Details
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Grape Variety
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Vintage
2019
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Size
1.5L
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Farming Practice
Traditional
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Sweetness
Dry
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Body
Full Bodied