OGIER COTE ROTIE MON VILLAGE 2022 - red

Style : Rocks & MineralsStéphane Ogier stands out as one of the most skilled and respected winemakers and growers in Côte-Rôtie. His family’s involvement in viticulture spans seven generations, during which time they primarily sold their grapes to renowned wine merchants, such as Guigal and Chapoutier. After completing five years of studies, Stéphane took over the family estate in 1997. It was a little under two hectares in area at that time. Today, it encompasses 14 hectares that are meticulously divided into 35 parcels, each vinified individually. In a significant shift in 2018, Stéphane decided to forego the use of 100% new oak to allow the soil and grapes to express themselves better. His vinification approach also varies distinctly between the two areas: vines on the Cote Brune are vinified with whole grapes (ranging from 60% to 100% whole cluster, depending on the parcel and vintage), while those on the Côte Blonde are entirely destemmed. The result is a range of impressive wines that are characterful, elegant, refined and deep, yet never overly heavy or compact.Aged for one year in barrel, the 2022 Cote Rotie Mon Village constitutes about half of Stéphane Ogier’s production. It features aromas of fresh dark berries, violets and spices with seamlessly integrated oak. It has a medium to full-bodied palate, displaying a taut, dense structure complemented by fresh, velvety tannins and leading to a refined, ethereal finish with hints of dark berries. YOHAN CASTAING - Wine AdvocateRegion : Rhône Valley, FRANCEVariety : Shiraz & Viognier ABV: 13.5%Liquor Act 2007. It is against the law to sell or supply alcohol to, or to obtain alcohol on behalf of a person under the age of 18 years. Lic No. LIQP770016424 *We endeavour to ensure the correct vintage is displayed, however some variations may occur in store and for delivered bottles.