Clusel-Roch
Clusel-Roch Les Schistes Côte-Rôtie
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4.1
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Clusel-Roch Les Schistes Côte-Rôtie is a highly sought-after wine from the Côte-Rôtie appellation in the Northern Rhône region of France. This wine is produced by a renowned family-owned winery known for their commitment to quality and tradition. The vineyard features steep slopes with schist soils, which contribute to the wine's unique character. The winemaking process involves meticulous hand-harvesting and careful sorting of the grapes. The resulting wine is known for its elegance, complexity, and finesse. It showcases aromas of dark fruits, violets, and spices, with a velvety texture and a long, lingering finish. Clusel-Roch Les Schistes Côte-Rôtie is a true expression of the terroir and a must-try for wine enthusiasts.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Clusel-Roch Les Schistes Côte-Rôtie is a highly regarded wine from the Côte-Rôtie appellation in the northern Rhône Valley of France.This wine is produced by the esteemed Clusel-Roch winery, known for their commitment to quality and traditional winemaking techniques.
On the nose, it offers an enticing bouquet of dark fruits such as blackberry and black cherry, accompanied by hints of violet, black pepper, and smoked meat. These complex aromas are a testament to the wine's terroir and the skillful blending of Syrah and a small amount of Viognier grapes.
On the palate, Clusel-Roch Les Schistes Côte-Rôtie showcases a harmonious balance between fruit, acidity, and tannins. The wine exhibits a medium to full body, with flavors of ripe black fruits, such as blackcurrant and plum, intermingled with savory notes of bacon, black olive, and a touch of graphite. The well-integrated tannins provide structure and contribute to a long, elegant finish.
This Côte-Rôtie wine is known for its aging potential, and with proper cellaring, it can develop further complexity and nuance over time. It is recommended to decant the wine before serving to allow it to fully express its aromatic and flavor profile.
Overall, Clusel-Roch Les Schistes Côte-Rôtie is a superb example of a Côte-Rôtie wine, showcasing the unique characteristics of the region. It is a wine that can be enjoyed now or cellared for several years to come.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
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2060
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Clusel-Roch
Region: Rhone
The Rhone wine region is located in southeastern France. It runs along the Rhone River roughly from Lyon in the north to Avignon in the south. It is divided into two main sub-regions: the Northern Rhone, running from Lyon to Montelimar, and the Southern Rhone, from Montelimar to Avignon. Although wines of all color are made, both regions are most famous for thier red wine. The Northern Rhone is known for its full-bodied red wines made from Syrah grapes with the possible inclusion of some white grapes, while the Southern Rhone is known for its blends of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. The region has a long history of wine production, dating back to the ancient Romans with the sites of some former Roman vineyards being replanted surrounding the town of Vienne.CUSTOMER RATING
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