I loved the 2020 Côte Rôtie, which is certainly the standout from the North. Coming from both the southern and northern ends of the appellation, it's full-bodied, ripe, and textured, yet never loses a sense of Côte Rôtie elegance. Lots of bacon fat, exotic flowers (I wrote liquid violet in my notes), and gamey blue fruits define the nose, and the balance is spot on, it has silky tannins and is just another brilliant wine.

A very stylish Cote-Rotie, with nice depth and complexity. Offers layers of blackberry and cassis that are polished and pure, detailed by crushed herbs, black licorice, zesty iron minerality and a subtle pastry note, all of which are well-chiseled through the finish. Drink now through 2030. 370 cases imported.