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Côte-Rôtie - Pierre Blanche
Domaine de Pierre Blanche
GRAPE VARIETIES
Syrah, Viognier (2%).
TERROIR AND VINES
Almost 60-year-old vines planted on steep terraces (slopes of up to 60%) where they are roasted by the sun. The soil of this Cote Blonde is composed of Gneiss and Loess (layers of friable granite). The work in the vineyard is exclusively manual (pruning, leaf stripping, harvesting).
VINIFICATION AND AGEING
Classic red vinification, with long hot maceration, punching down and pumping over. Aging from 12 to 18 months (depending on vintage).
Le Domaine De Pierre Blanche ,pour le Côte Rôtie 2020 a obtenu la note de 2 étoiles, ce qui correspond à un vin remarquable. Ce vin a été noté dans l’édition 2023 du Guide Hachette Vins.
TASTING COMMENTS
Deep ruby color with a complex and elegant nose, ranging from red fruits to black fruits including floral notes of violets. On the palate it has a wide aromatic palette of fruits and spices: a nice balance between acidity, tannins and alcohol. Rich and long wine on the palate.
TASTING COMMENTS
Enjoy with fine meats, waterfowl, asparagus, truffles or lamb.
CELLARING POTENTIAL
From 10 to 15 years old.