Domaine Rostaing, Syrah, Ampodium, Côte-Rotie, Northern Rhône, France 2018 orange followed by dusty cocoa and

followed by dusty cocoa and roasting coffee beans

As a result of his vision

but has enough density and chewy flesh to age for up to a decade

The diversity of vineyard sites allows them to blend Sauvignon Blanc from the three types of typical Sancerre terroir to create harmonious and balanced wines

and bottled when ready to drink

Domaine Rostaing, Syrah, Ampodium, Côte-Rotie, Northern Rhône, France 2018 orange followed by dusty cocoa andMostly blended but still in barrel, the 2018 Cte Rtie Ampodium is a terrific introduction to the Cte Rties of Rostaing. Mulberries and licorice appear on the nose, followed by savory notes of espresso and black olives on the medium to full bodied palate. It's silky, fine and complex, with a long, softly dusty finish. I also tasted a richer, more structured lot from la Viallire that will be blended in, along with a terrific looking barrel from Leyat