"A wine of mineral fruit
Côte-Rôtie, the most famous cru of the Côtes-du-Rhône, is cultivated on two vertiginous hillsides. The narrow Roman terraces have been "roasting" the grapes since antiquity. The microclimate of Ampuis, a happy combination of southern sunshine and cool Burgundian humidity, produces an exceptional wine. François Merlin had long dreamed of this small parcel of atypical Côte Brune before he succeeded in adding it to the domaine. This Côte-Rôtie is a sensual wine that unfurls its delicate aromas in increments for a long, spectacular finish. A source of pride for the domaine!
Features
Estate
Domaine François Merlin
Cuvée
Côte Rôtie
Vintage
2020
Designation
Côte-Rôtie
Region
Rhône
Grape varieties
100 % Syrah
Terroirs
Steep slope on schist, facing south-east at Montlys.
Viticulture
Sustainable agriculture
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
100% destemmed, cold maceration, four-week fermentation with temperature control, little punching down to preserve the elegance of the terroir.
Breeding
18 months in barrels and half muids (new up to 4 wines)
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Intense
Nose
Floral and fresh, with an elegant feel and a finish of well-coated tannins.
Mouth
Fruity, mineral
Serve
AT 15-17°C
Drink from
2024
Drink before
2040
Guard
20 years
Food and wine pairing
Perfect with quenelles lyonnaises or artichoke bottoms with foie gras.
François Merlin Estate
Côte-Rôtie
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Domaine noté (guide 2020) Sélectionné (An estate or house that has won us over with one or more wines from its production, without us being able to give a general opinion on the style of the entire range)
About the domain :
This small estate owns some very pretty parcels in Condrieu, some of which, like Poncin, are very close to Château Grillet. We were more seduced by the red Saint Josephs than by the Condrieux in 2017.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Domaine noté (guide 2020) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Wine Enthusiast
Domaine noté (guide 2020) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4/5
out of 1 review
Note and review by M. MICHEL L. Published on 23/07/2023
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