2018 Cote Rotie Sereine
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Dark violet. Deeply pitched cherry liqueur, blackberry, licorice, olive and incense aromas are complemented by discreet vanilla and woodsmoke flourishes. Showing superb clarity to its lush black and blue fruit, candied violet, fruitcake and savory herb flavors; a peppery nuance lends a spicy lift and bite. Chewy and energetic on the strikingly long finish, which features well-judged tannins and resonating cherry, floral and spice notes.
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Josh Raynolds
Josh Raynolds
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Primary dark berry and cherry pit aromas are complemented by suggestions of incense, candied flowers and exotic spices, along with emerging cracked pepper and cola nuances. Deeply concentrated blueberry, bitter cherry and violet pastille flavors slowly turn sweeter as the wine opens up. Shows outstanding energy and mineral lift on an extremely long, finely etched finish that features chewy tannins and repeating blue fruit and floral character.