$ 400.00 AUD
The 2017 René Rostaing Côte-Rôtie "La Landonne" is a compelling expression of Syrah from one of the Rhône Valley's most esteemed vineyards. Crafted from 100% Syrah grown on iron-rich clay-limestone soils, this wine showcases the depth and structure characteristic of the La Landonne site.
Region - The Rhône
Type - Red
Year - 2017
Winery - Northern and Southern Rhône
Grape - Shiraz/Syrah
Volume - Standard - 750ml
Inky ruby. Spice-accented blackberry, cherry preserve, pipe tobacco and licorice on the deeply perfumed nose; a sexy floral topnote gains strength as the wine opens up. Sweet, spicy and penetrating, displaying velvety texture to the ripe dark berry, cherry and fruitcake flavors. Shows superb clarity and finishes smoky and impressively long, with mounting tannins and a lingering suggestion of candied violet. Drink 2025 - 2035.
Big and Rich, Captivating and Complex, Earthy and Savoury, Elegant and Fine, For the Cellar, Something Special
Cherries, Dark Berries, Plum, Red Berries
Earth, Florals, Meaty, Minerality, Oak, Pepper, Spices
Pork
Cheese
Pizza
Fish
Red Meat
Pasta
BBQ
Vegetables
Poultry
Shellfish
Oysters
Spicy Foods
Cured Meats
Desserts
I loved the 2017 Côte Rôtie La Landonne, a magical expression of the Grand Cru terroir. Deep purple-hued with killer notes of black raspberries, bacon fat, ground herbs, and obvious minerality, this beauty is full-bodied, has ultra-fine tannins, a deep, concentrated mid-palate, and a finish that won’t quit. Do your best to hold bottles for 4-5 years. 97+
Shiraz, or Syrah, is one of the most loved, rich and powerful red wine varieties made famous for its mineral and structured expressions from the Rhône in France and the rich and decadent fruity expressions from the Barossa Valley in Australia. Full bodied, rich in antioxidants and generously fruity, Shiraz sits proudly on the table for those that like their wine big and bold. Think violets, blackberries, plum, chocolate, pepper, black olive, liquorice, rosemary, tobacco and spice...i'm thirsty already!