Vignobles Levet Cote-Rotie 'Les Journaries' 2022 Size:1.5L The fermentation occurs over a

The fermentation occurs over a 3-6 week period at controlled temperatures

herbaceous and spicy on the palate and marked by gentle tannins in the finish

but the fruit is more direct

and its alcohol levels rarely broach 12%

a joyousness that underlines its kinship with their Blanc and the Rosé

Vignobles Levet Cote-Rotie 'Les Journaries' 2022 Size:1.5L The fermentation occurs over aThe Levets own a third of a hectare of 40 year old vines in the fabled vineyard La Landonne, and this cuve is built around that holding, augmented by small parcels of old vines in Cte Rozier and Cte Blonde. No de stemming is done here, which allows for that intoxicating spice signature to reach even greater heights. Compared to the ferocious La Chavaroche below, Les Journaries shows greater refinement and elegance, though in no sense is it tame.