2016 Cote Rotie
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Lively, mineral- and spice-accented cherry and black raspberry aromas are underscored by building game and floral elements. Juicy and energetic on the palate, offering appealingly sweet red and blue fruit and floral pastille flavors, accompanied by hints of licorice and smoked meat. Shows very good tension on a long, spice-tinged finish firmed by subtle, even tannins. (JR)
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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Fresh dark berry, floral and olive scents show very good clarity and a hint of smoky minerality. Sweet, palate-staining blackberry and floral pastille flavors deepen slowly with air and pick up a licorice note on the back half. Rich but energetic as well, finishing with firm back-end cut, fine-grained tannins and persistent exotic spice notes. (JR)