Côte-Rôtie L’Ultime 2021- Jean-Michel Stephan

A red wine from Côte-Rôtie in France, vintage 2021, produced by Jean-Michel Stéphan primarily from the Syrah grape variety, with a proportion of Viognier co-fermented in accordance with the estate’s style and the traditions of the Côte-Rôtie appellation. This wine boasts a deep red colour and great aromatic intensity, characteristic of the finest Côte-Rôtie reds, whilst on the palate there are complex notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, black cherry and violet, accompanied by hints of spice, black pepper, black olive and subtle smoky notes. This Côte-Rôtie L’Ultime stands out for its depth, concentration and elegance, typical of Jean-Michel Stéphan’s most ambitious vintages, with an intense, precise and perfectly balanced expression supported by silky tannins, lovely freshness and remarkable length on the palate. This great red wine from the Northern Rhône reflects the winemaker’s craftsmanship and the most accomplished expression of the Côte-Rôtie terroir, one of the most prestigious appellations in the Rhône Valley. Perfect with roast meats, game, slow-cooked dishes or mature cheeses, this Côte-Rôtie red wine will appeal to lovers of Syrah, Jean-Michel Stéphan’s Côte-Rôtie, great Rhône wines and powerful, elegant and complex wines with ageing potential.