Domaine Barge is one of those historic estates of the Northern Rhone: present on the
lands of Ampuis since 1860, the Barge family has actively participated in the renown of
these wines (especially in the creation of the Cote-Rotie appellation). Julien Barge took
over the 6 hectares and changed the approached : sheep in the vineyard, no sulphur
added in the wines, no filtration, no fining.
lands of Ampuis since 1860, the Barge family has actively participated in the renown of
these wines (especially in the creation of the Cote-Rotie appellation). Julien Barge took
over the 6 hectares and changed the approached : sheep in the vineyard, no sulphur
added in the wines, no filtration, no fining.
Presentation
Presentation
A Côte-Rôtie blended from the estate's historic “lieux dits".
Location
Cote Brune / Cote Blonde / Combard.
Terroir
Brown schist soils, volcanic subsoils.
In the vineyard
30HL/HA, vines 40 to 60 years
Winemaking
Traditional vinification (with full clusters and minimal intervention) in oak barrels and aged for a minimum of 24 months. Unfined and unfiltered before bottling.
Ageing
28 months in 600-litre half muids.
Varietals
Syrah : 95%
Viognier : 5%
Viognier : 5%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 14,5 % vol.
GM : No.
Advice
Serving
16°C / 61°F
Ageing potential
Over 15 years
Tasting
It delivers a breathtaking and incredibly complex nose, where features hints of vanilla, clove, cinnamon, cassis, pepper and asphalt. Rich waves of cassis fruit cascade over the palate, buffered by incredibly supple tannins. The endless finish confirms a lingering spicy finish.
Food pairings
This blend is ideal with richer poultry dishes (turkey, duck), roasted pork, or even a meaty beef brisket.
Reviews
"2021 : 89-91pts"
