Domaine Stéphane Ogier : Cote-Rotie Reserve 2015

Features dark currant, fig and boysenberry preserve flavors that are densely concentrated and supported by authoritative grip built on graphite and cast iron accents. Ganache, black tea, singed bay leaf and juniper notes add detail and range through the finish, where latent minerality lurks in reserve. Best from 2025 through 2040. 200 cases imported.

Healthy deep crimson. A hint of oak on the nose here. Then rich and refined with more concentration than some. Masses of energy. Coiled-spring sensation. Splits the difference between classicism and modernism. (JR)

Made from a blend that comes from 11 lieux-dits, the wine offers, violets, spice, licorice, dark red fruits and sweet cherries. Full bodied, rich, silky and elegant, the wine is fresh, vibrant, long and complex, with an exotic character. This should develop quite well.

A tight, dense structure, aromas of black fruit and ink, full-bodied tannins yet superbly polished, lovely balancing freshness; one must absolutely wait, but what a beautiful bottle!