Côte-Rôtie Les Massales Stéphane Othéguy 2016
12%
0.75L
Intensity
Lot presentation
Côte-Rôtie Les Massales Stéphane Othéguy 2016
The wine
Les Massales is a rich cuvée which unveils pure aomas of lightly spiced black fruits. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with a lovely lingering finish. This single-varietal wine is produced using Petite Serine, an extremely old variety of Syrah. The 60-year-old vines are cultivated in the area surround Ampuis. Yields are low, with organic viticulture and traditional, low-intervention vinification. A lovely wine to try after a decade or so of aging.
About the Producer Stéphane Othéguy
Stéphane Othéguy, an ardent advocate of organic viticulture, grows wines in the prestigious appellations of Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu and Saint-Joseph. His property is used for mixed farming so 5 hectares of fruit trees, 5 hectares of woodland and 3 hectares of grassland can be found in addition to his 3-hectare vineyard. The wines are uncomplicated, very low in sulphur, and become more refined by the year. The extremely rare Condrieu is highly sought-after, as are all the other Serine-based cuvées (a local Syrah variety).
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 1 bottle
Level: 1 NormalObservations: 1 Marginally marked label, 1 Slightly unstuck labelOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: temperature-controlled cabinet
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 12 %
Region: Rhone Valley
Appellation: Côte-Rôtie
Owner: Stéphane Othéguy
Vintage: 2016
Colour: red
Ageing potential: drink until 2031
Service temperature: 16°
Intensity: smooth
Leading aroma: spice
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine