Significantly more closed and muscular than it appeared from barrel, the 2015 Côte Rôtie is a long-term proposition. It's not showing a lot of charm or elegance at this juncture, but it's massively rich and ripe, with plenty of weight on the palate, chewy tannins and a long, long finish. Like I wrote last year, it might start to drink well at age 10, although it might need even longer. Joe Czerwinski, Robert Parker Wine Advocate
Lurid violet color. Assertive blackberry, licorice pastille, smoky bacon and potpourri scents are complemented by a strong mineral overlay. Seamless and broad in the mouth, offering deeply concentrated black and blue fruit liqueur, cola and floral pastille flavors and a strong jolt of exotic spices. Finishes with repeating mineral, smoke and dark fruit character, with noticeable but well-knit tannins and superb tenacity. Josh Raynolds, Vinous
Region: Côte Rôtie, Northern Rhone, Rhone, France
Grape Varietal: 100% Syrah
Critic Rating: Robert Parker Wine Advocate 96+ Points, Vinous 97 Points
Suggested Drink Window: 2025 - 2045