Côte Rôtie, Ampodium, 2021
Incredibly suave and polished but bright and lively too, just like Rene himself! Expressive, beautifully-scented crushed ripe forest berry flavours, a touch of plum, cassis and pepper. Gripping but smooth, ripe but racy. A very distinguished Cote Rotie indeed. A blend of top quality vineyards across the estate including Tupin and Viaillere, all fermented with whole bunches and aged in large demi-muid casks, a maximum of 10% of which are new.
critic reviews
The 2021 Côte-Rôtie Ampodium used 90% whole-clusters during fermentation. This winemaking technique becomes visible in the aromatic profile through a marked stemminess, complemented by bright red fruits, cedar and floral shadings. Medium-bodied and framed by low levels of soft tannins, the 2021 is a polished and refreshing Ampodium that concludes with a bright finish.