This is a blend of 51% Pinot Noir and 49% Chardonnay with a dosage of 4
so a single-vineyard Malvasia like this borders on unicorn territory
which unfurls itself into a captivating drinking experience
It also holds up perfectly well on its own over ice with an orange twist
Clusel-Roch, Cote Rotie Vialliere, 2022 SPAINTCOUNT0528 This is a blend ofPerched on schist rich slopes just above Ampuis, Viallire is one of Cte Rties top lieux dits, known for producing Syrah with fine tannins, red fruit lift, and floral perfume. Clusel Roch, a family run estate farming organically since the early 90s, takes a gentle, hands off approach: whole cluster fermentation, native yeasts, and aging in mostly used oak barrels. The 2022 vintage brings purity and poisenotes of violet, black cherry, olive, and crushed