Brilliant violet. Expressive, spice- and mineral-tinged cherry cola, cassis and candied violet scents, along with hints of vanilla and olive. Juicy and seamless on the palate, offering appealingly sweet black and blue fruit, mocha, spicecake and floral pastille flavors supported by a core of juicy acidity. Supple, fine-grained tannins add shape to an impressively long, smoky finish that features lingering blue fruit and spice notes. 95 points

The 2018 Cote Rotie les Grandes Places (assembled from several barrels) boasts aromas of tar, blackberries and blueberries. It`s medium to full-bodied, open-knit and a bit tannic, but it`s ripe, flavorful and long on the finish. 92-94 points