Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Fonsalette
Label Name:
 
Cote du Rhone
Vintage:
 
2000
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Côtes du Rhône (Lagarde-Paréol / Southern Rhône).
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14%
Grape(s):
 
Syrah.
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) 91 points; Revue du Vin de France 16/20; Bettane & Desseauve 17/20

Tasting Note
Deep ruby/purple; black cherry, blackberry, licorice, black pepper, earthy/mushroom and truffle notes, with animal/ leather nuances, firm tannins and concentrated finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast lamb, braised beef, grilled steak, venison stew. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi/grilled short ribs), Sichuan beef, char siu, teriyaki beef or braised pork. Also pairs with aged cheeses and mushroom dishes.

Production Method
Estate Syrah grapes assembled into a Côtes‑du‑Rhône cuvée, fermented and aged in old/large oak casks (made at Rayas), minimal new oak to preserve Syrah purity.

Vineyard Info
Château de Fonsalette (Reynaud family/Rayas sphere); vineyards in Lagarde‑Paréol, cooler microclimate, old vines; wines often vinified/matured at Rayas.