Domaine Rémi Niero - Côte-Rôtie - Eminence - Red - 2023

Wine:

The 2023 Red Côte-Rôtie Éminence showcases ripe, concentrated fruit flavors, with aromas of blackberries, dark cherries, licorice, and a hint of black pepper. A touch of oak ageing adds smoothness and depth, gently refining the tannins without overpowering the wine. On the palate, it’s full-bodied, velvety, and richly textured, with layers of dark fruit and warming spice. This is a bold yet elegant Syrah, perfect for drinking now but also built to age. Rated 93/100 by Olivier Poussier, Best Sommelier in the World.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Wine left to ferment for 3 weeks after destemming in temperature-controlled concrete vats. Malolactic fermentation. Aged for 15 months in oak barrels, 20% of which are new.
Vines with an average age of 30 years on 2 terroirs, mica schist soil on the steep slopes of La Viallière and granite on the steep terraces of Bassenon, surface area of 1.8 ha.

Certified wine from an HVE Level III (High Environmental Value) estate.

Color:

Deep crimson red.

Nose:

Aromas of black fruit mixed with spicy notes of liquorice and Szechuan pepper.

Palate:

Full-bodied, rich, and velvety, this wine showcases ripe, concentrated fruit flavors with a generous, well-structured texture. A touch of oak ageing adds depth and smoothness, gently refining the tannins without overpowering the wine.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Flank steak with shallots, veal with olives, roast duckling with chanterelles, rack of lamb in a herb crust.

Cellar aging:

From today until 2035 and beyond for enthusiasts.

A rising star of the Northern Rhône Valley, Rémi Niero has made the steep slopes of Côte-Rôtie and Condrieu his specialty. A master of refined, elegant wines, he has earned praise from Parker and recognition in the French wine guide RVF. With a deep understanding of these exceptional terroirs, he delivers a precise, harmonious expression of Viognier and Syrah, crafting wines that showcase their full potential with finesse and confidence.