Rostaing Cote Rotie Ampodium 750 ml
Country: France /
Region: Rhone Valley /
Style: Wine /
Size: 750 ml /
Vintage: 2018 /
Sku: 80140504
Jeb Dunnuck92-94 Points
The Wine Advocate92-94 Points
The Wine Spectator93 Points
Suggested Food Pairing:
Barbeque
Beef
Game
Lamb
Reviews
Jeb Dunnuck92-94 Points
The Wine Advocate92-94 Points
The Wine Spectator93 Points
JD Jeb Dunnuck: 92-94 Points
Moving to the Côte Rôties, the 2018 Côte Rôtie Ampodium is a head turner and is going to rival the 2010 as the greatest vintage of this cuvée to date. A deep ruby/purple hue is followed by sumptuous notes of ripe dark fruits, ground herbs, scorched earth, and violets. Full-bodied, deep, and powerful on the palate, it has the wonderful sense of opulence and purity that’s the hallmark of the vintage.
WA The Wine Advocate: 92-94 Points
Mostly blended but still in barrel, the 2018 Cote Rotie Ampodium is a terrific introduction to the Côte Rôties of Rostaing. Mulberries and licorice appear on the nose, followed by savory notes of espresso and black olives on the medium to full-bodied palate. It's silky, fine and complex, with a long, softly dusty finish. I also tasted a richer, more structured lot from la Viallière that will be blended in, along with a terrific-looking barrel from Leyat that will add floral, raspberry and mocha notes.
WS The Wine Spectator: 93 Points
Dark currant, cherry and blackberry fruit is steeped together with anise, mesquite and bramble notes. The finish sports some tarry grip, but keeps a fresh and racy feel in the end. Best from 2023 through 2033. 1,800 cases made.