Domaine Gerin Côte-Rôtie Champin le Seigneur 2023 Type_Red Wine a much more interesting take

a much more interesting take on an amazing grape (ok

charred green peppers and wild herbs on the nose

there are some absolute gems of white wines to be found

power and complexity

but with a lightness and deftness which is the signature of great Grenache wines

Domaine Gerin Côte-Rôtie Champin le Seigneur 2023 Type_Red Wine a much more interesting takeFor a short two kilometre stretch where the Rhne river turns a sharp right at Vienne, youll find the dramatic vineyards of Cte Rtie carved into steep terraces of granite and slate. The vineyards face south east, avoiding the late afternoon burn from the sun, and the steep slopes ensure maximum exposure for the grapes. Its breathtaking. Then you taste the wines, and wonder how on earth they can deliver such colour, power and complexity, at just 13%