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Rostaing, R.

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Domaine Rostaing

Rene Rostaing produced its first vintage in 1971, but it was not for another three decades that wine production became a full-time occupation for the domaine. Located in the the Côte-Rôtie region of the Northern Rhône, the estate is particularly known for its Syrah wines. Initially, Rostaing only covered a humble 3.7 acres that was divided between the Côte Blonde and La Landonne sub-regions. With steady growth, the domaine has over 18 acres of vineyards in Côte Rôtie currently, which is considered a substantial amount for the region. Along with its highly praised Côte Rôtie wines, Rostaing produces a La Bonnette cuvee from Condrieu and a wine made under the IGP Collines Rhodaniennes appellation. The wines are adored by aficionados and critics alike and are thought to be more than good enough to warrant their current price increase.

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2001
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WA91–94
V93
WS91
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Tasting Notes

WA91–94
A wine of great intensity and lushness with no hard edges is the dark ruby/purple-colored 2001 Cote Rotie Cote Blonde. Sweet aromas of caramel, honeysuckle, black cherry liqueur, raspberries, currants, and subtle notes of toasty oak are followed by a plump, well-textured, opulent finish. I adore this cuvee of Cote Rotie, and it’s a shame more is not produced. Range: 91-94 Points
WS91
This has started to drop its primary fruit, giving way to dried cherry, tobacco, pepper and olive notes, with a long, sanguine finish. Lightly firm, but with nice perfume hanging through the finish to give it all balance.—Non-blind 2001 Côte-Rôtie retrospective (April 2011).

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