Domaine Cuilleron, 2009 Côte Rôtie, La Madinière.

Grape Varieties: 100% Syrah.

Vinification Note: The grapes are harvested manually. The sorting, crushing and partial destalking was carried out in the cellars. vinification in open tanks for about 3 weeks at temperature controlled, Malolactic fermentation in barrels, with natural yeasts. Ageing in new barrels for over 20 months.

Tasting Note: Intensely purple/black in colour, almost opaque. The nose is a concentrated wall of spices, mineral tones and dark berry fruits. Deeply concentrated, tight and seriously well structured, the palate is immense in its breadth and length showing a wealth of blackberry, fruits of the forest and spiced, wooded flavours. The firm finish means you won't forget this one easily.