M. Chapoutier Cote Rotie ‘Neve’ 2021 chateau-pegau and a hint of blood

and a hint of blood orange

The Grenache ferment has around 15% whole bunches & undergoes a wild fermentation to give a complex

complex and aromatic profile

It is situated on a very old plot of the Estate that had long since been planted with red vines and then been dug up because of the high risk of spring frosts

Bold and juicy entry to the palate

M. Chapoutier Cote Rotie ‘Neve’ 2021 chateau-pegau and a hint of bloodAppearance: Very deep and black with satiny tints. Nose: The first nose is dominated by notes of graphite and cold smoke, and then opens up to notes of bramble leaves and mixed berries. Palate: Compact on entry, with chiselled tannins and notes of black pepper and roasting over a saline finish. Verticality and purity are the keywords here.