Côte-Rôtie Réserve Stéphane Ogier 2013
12.5%
1.5L
Intensity
Lovely volume, silky tannins and plenty of elegance in this Côte-Rôtie.
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Côte-Rôtie Réserve Stéphane Ogier 2013
The wine
This Côte-Rôtie is made from Syrah and a very tiny part of Viognier (5%), a white grape from the Rhône valley. Both have benefited from careful growth on terraces made of gneiss. The grapes are harvested by hand before being 100% destemmed and macerated for 3 weeks in temperature-controlled vats. 30 months’ ageing in barriques and demi-muid barrels allows the red wine to develop its fruity and floral aromas. The tannins are fine, even elegant. Crunchy on the palate, it showcases fruity notes. Its fleshy character means it pairs well with sauce-based meat.
About the Producer Stéphane Ogier
As this domain on the hillsides of Ampuis has been in the family for seven generations, it was perfectly natural for Stéphane Ogier to take over from his father Michel. Having learned his craft in Burgundy, he has decided to produce single parcel wines to achieve the best expression of each terroir. He also strives constantly for elegance and finesse. Today, the vines are planted on 27 hectares of granite and shale soil and cultivated sustainably. Tillage, organic treatments, no yeast and a short maceration process are the watchwords.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 2 bottles
Level: 2 NormalObservation: 2 Marginally marked labelsOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 12.5 %
Region: Rhone Valley
Appellation: Côte-Rôtie
Owner: Stéphane Ogier
Vintage: 2013
Colour: red
Peak drinking window: drink until 2033
Service temperature: 16°
Intensity: classic
Leading aroma: spice
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine