Jean-Michel Gerin, Cote Rotie, La Landonne, Rhone
Jean-Michel Gerin, Cote Rotie, La Landonne, Rhone
An introduction to Jean-Michel Gerin, Cote Rotie, La Landonne, Rhone
The Jean-Michel Gerin Côte-Rôtie La Landonne is a remarkable wine from one of the most prestigious vineyards in the Northern Rhône Valley. La Landonne, known for its steep terraces and distinctive terroir, is a jewel in the Côte-Rôtie appellation. Jean-Michel Gerin, acclaimed for his skilful craftsmanship, brings forth a wine that exemplifies the extraordinary potential of this region.
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Understanding Jean-Michel Gerin, Cote Rotie, La Landonne, Rhone
The La Landonne vineyard features Syrah vines, which thrive in the unique soil composition rich in iron and schist. These vines produce grapes of exceptional quality, marked by concentrated flavours and a deep aromatic profile, truly capturing the essence of the Côte-Rôtie terroir. Grapes are destemmed to control fruit and tannin balance. The wine matures in oak barrels for 18 months, a stage that imbues it with elegance and a subtle complexity. La Landonne displays dark fruit, black olive and a hint of smokiness, underlined by floral and spicy notes in a rich and full-bodied palate with smooth tannins. This wine is known for its excellent ageing potential, evolving and gaining complexity over the years.