Chapoutier, Cote Rotie Mordoree Vintage:2007 even tannins that come on

even tannins that come on late

A much earthier mix of red and dark currant

The grapes come from La Horra

new leather

it's drinking beautifully today but has another two-plus decades of evolution

Chapoutier, Cote Rotie Mordoree Vintage:2007 even tannins that come on(100% syrah, from vines in the Cote Blonde that are reportedly almost 65 years old), Opaque ruby. An exotically perfumed bouquet presents candied dark berries and cherry cola, with notes of Indian spices, anise and smoked meat building with air. Fleshy but focused on the palate, with intense black and blue fruit flavors and a touch of candied violet. Tangy minerals add lift and cut to a strikingly long, smoky and gently tannic finish. Josh Raynolds