Les Pierrelles Côte-Rôtie 2022
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France / Rhône
Côte Rôtie is one of the oldest vineyard regions of France. Its two slopes of Côte Blonde and Côte Brune are said to derive their names from Lord Maugiron who divided his estate between his blonde and brunette daughters. The Les Pierrelles vineyard is in the heart of Côte Blonde, known for smooth rounded wines, and is named for the stone wall surrounding the vineyard as “pierres” means stones. The 30- to 50-year-old vines grow on a steep 56-percent South-facing slope in soils of decomposing micaschists and exposed bedrock. The organic Syrah grapes are hand-harvested, destemmed, and fermented. The wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels and demi-muids, 20% of which are new.
Harvest Note
The 2022 vintage began with a lack of rainfall during the winter months. Budburst was rather late but vegetative development accelerated quickly. Flowering took place towards the later half of May and very quickly due to high temperatures. The summer started with a stormy episode that gaves the vines some rest. Very hot weather followed in July and August without any rain. Rains in mid-August allowed the vines to recover. The grapes were on average lower in weight than normal, promising a rich vintage with concentrated flavors and beautiful colors.
Tasting Note
Deep ruby red in color, this delicate and smooth red wine has aromas of soft woody notes that blend superbly with black fruit with a lingering finish
Technical Data
GRAPES: Syrah (100%)
APPELLATION: Côte-Rôtie AOC
PH: 3.66
ACIDITY: 5.4 g/l
ABV: 13.5%
AGING: 12 months in French oak barrels and demi-muids
Unique Selling Points
- Côte Rôtie is one of the oldest vineyard regions and was developed by the Romans
- Located in the heart of Côte Blonde, known for smooth and rounded wines
- Gobelet on stake trained vines grow on a steep terraced slope
- Vineyard is certified AB Organic
- Potential to age up to 15 years
"What makes a great wine, what makes it inimitable and constant, is the terroir in which it is born."
Caroline Frey, Winemaker
