Patrick Jasmin La Giroflaire Cote Rotie 2023

Tasting Notes

Violets and dark wildflowers lift right out of the glass here, with a dusting of nutmeg and a light meaty edge to keep things interesting. The palate is richer and darker than you might expect, with purple fruit, a little prune and chocolate, fine but active tannins and a rocky, mineral back end. A bigger share of Viognier than usual, around 8 to 10%, goes into the blend. Drinking beautifully already, but there's no rush, as it'll go for decades. - Pete L