Georges Vernay Cote-Rotie Blonde du Seigneur 2018

Syrah/Shiraz

95 Decanter
92 Robert
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Product Details

Varietal

Syrah/Shiraz

Producer

Georges Vernay

Vintage

2018

Size

750ML

ABV

14%

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Winemaker Notes

This blonde-style Cote-Rotie with 5% viognier, is the perfect blend of intensity and delicacy. A dark color with mineral smoky aromas along with dark fruits, black olive and pepper, which are enhanced by a floral

component from the Viognier. This is a highly aromatic and elegant wine. Well-rounded on the palate with perfectly smooth tannins and a beautiful, long finish. Smooth and sensual.

Professional Ratings

95 Decanter
Classically Blonde in expression, lifted and fragrant, with raspberry, macadamia and sandalwood. Light-bodied, very fine tannins, lovely acidity, such a drinkable wine, a Côte-Rôtie of great elegance and lifted freshness. Exceptional winemaking skill on display. Lieux-dits Semons, Lancement and Maison Rouge, all on the Blonde side. Mostly destemmed, matured in Stockinger foudres and barriques (25% new).
92 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Less aromatic and nuanced but more powerful than the 2019 version, the 2018 Cote Rotie Blonde du Seigneur is full-bodied, supple and rich, with ample black cherry and blackberry fruit, a velvety mouthfeel and a long, mouthwatering finish. It's still a delicious mouthful of Cote Rotie that should drink well for more than a decade. Best After 2021

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Georges Vernay

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Condrieu is the original home of the Viognier grape, having been planted here since the Roman occupation in the third century. In 1940 it was officially made an appellation. In those early days, it was Georges Vernay and his father Francis who were instrumental in guiding the appellation into the future. Francis served as the first treasurer for the Condrieu Growers' Union and it was George who was influential in delimiting the boundaries of the appellation to ensure that only those wines from the vines planted on the steep, granite hillsides could call themselves Condrieu. In 1996, Christine Vernay took over the family domaine after her father Georges retired. Under her watch, the wines have become even more delicate and nuanced. In addition to world class Viognier, she has been crafting some of the top Côte-Rôtie here, and critics have taken notice. In 2013, Christine was given the prestigious award of "Winemaker of the Year" by Bettane & Dessauve.

A pioneer in the renewal of the Condrieu appellation, Domaine Georges Vernay has always made wines of unique style, notable for their finesse, elegance and harmony. The property has become a major emblem of Rhone Valley winegrowing, from the time when Georges Vernay saved the Condrieu appellation to the international awards earned by Christine Vernay’s Côte-Rôtie. Three generations have left the mark of the philosophy on the estate, while perpetuating its traditions in the greatest respect for both vines and winegrowers.

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