Guigal, Cote Rotie Ampuis Vintage:2003 5-hectare plot of 65+-year-old vines

5-hectare plot of 65+-year-old vines at the top of the Paje vineyard

It is every bit as remarkable as my comments suggest

This moderately firm effort is somewhat awkward at present

This is a truly sumptuous wine that stands as a tall testament to the winemaking talents of Giampaolo Motta

lavender and dried flowers are laced into the finish

Guigal, Cote Rotie Ampuis Vintage:2003 5-hectare plot of 65+-year-old vinesThe 2015 Cote Rotie Chateau d'Ampuis is remarkably dense and concentrated, packed with dark fruit and rich tannins. It's full bodied and supple on the mid palate, adding hints of vanilla, espresso and dried spices on the long, velvety finish. Give it another 3 4 years in the cellar, then drink it over the next two decades.