Jean-Luc Jamet - Côte-Rôtie - Terrasses - Red - 2021

Wine:

Sourced from some of the finest terroirs in Côte-Rôtie—often singled out as single-vineyard cuvées by neighboring estates—the 2021 Red Côte-Rôtie Terrasses is a beautifully structured Syrah, aged for nearly two years in barrels of various sizes. It reveals layers of dark berries, subtle spice, and a refined mineral edge, all wrapped in an elegant, finely balanced style with a delicate saline finish. Already irresistible, it is delicious now but will age gracefully for many years to come. Rated 95/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, 70% destemmed. Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats with immersed cap for 21 days. Aged on fine lees for 22 months in barrels of various sizes, 15-20% of which are new.

Color:

An intense, brilliant red.

Nose:

Black fruit aromas mixed with spicy notes.

Palate:

Straightforward and harmonious, with deep, ripe fruity flavours, this wine elegantly offers a well-built Syrah with a persistent, slightly saline finish.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Grainy pigeon with black pepper concasse, veal escalope with chanterelles, a ‘simple’ rib of Salers or Charolais beef.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2035 and beyond for enthusiasts.

A master of Côte-Rôtie, Jean-Luc Jamet has quickly secured his place among the elite of the appellation. His talent was evident from the start—his very first vintage in 2013 immediately stood out, showcasing the sheer precision and brilliance of this exceptional terroir.

Produced in tiny quantities, his wines capture the essence of Syrah at its finest, offering pure, unfiltered expressions of the land. Recognizing this from the beginning, we committed early to this discreet yet remarkable estate.

You can read more about the estate in our latest issue of Racines. Thanks to our strong relationship with the estate and the overwhelming response to the last release, we’ve secured an additional allocation of this outstanding vintage.