Domaine François & Fils - Côte-Rôtie - Red - 2022

Wine:

Born in the heart of Côte Brune from vines ranging from 10 to 60 years old, the 2022 Côte-Rôtie Red is the Committee’s unconditional favorite, rated 94/100. The pure, concentrated nose opens with beautiful smoky notes and a subtle hint of bacon. On the palate, this impressive dimension continues, with a smooth, aromatic structure framed by the refined elegance of its aging. A stunning bottle, built to age for 10 years or more, and an exceptional achievement, especially at this price point! A true feat from such a coveted terroir.

Vinification:

Wine from 4 plots on the estate: “Bourrier”, “Fongeant”, “Janet” and “Rozier”, located in Côte Brune (north of the appellation).
Hand harvested and partially destemmed. Maceration for 3 to 4 weeks in temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats.
Each plot is vinified separately to adapt harvest date, destemming, extraction and maceration time.
Aged for 18 months in 10% new barrels (228l and 400l).

Color:

Intense red with violet highlights.

Nose:

Pure and concentrated, punctuated by smoky notes, delicate hints of bacon and well-integrated oak.

Palate:

This wine is full-bodied, with a smooth, aromatic structure, noble ageing and promising aging potential.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Provençal stew with carrots and spring onions, beef moussaka, roast leg of lamb with rosemary.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2034, and even longer for enthusiasts.

Situated in the heart of the prestigious Côte Rôtie terroir, Domaine François et Fils crafts refined and characterful cuvées. With just 4 hectares, their limited production has certainly caught the attention of our experts...