2018 J M Gerin Cote Rotie Grandes Places

Inky ruby colour. Expressive kirsch, cassis and candied violet scents, along with hints of vanilla, espresso and olive paste. Juicy and broad on the palate, offering appealingly sweet, deeply concentrated black and blue fruit, mocha, liquorice and floral pastille flavours that are supported by a core of juicy acidity. Youthfully chewy tannins add shape to an impressively long finish that features lingering dark berry, olive and spice notes. 96 points