Billon, Cote Rotie Cote Rozier Vintage:2016 don't be fooled by its

don't be fooled by its forward approach

plum and a hint of the sauvage

there is lovely purity of expression to the refined

but the oak needs more integration before this really rocks

Billon, Cote Rotie Cote Rozier Vintage:2016 don't be fooled by itsNot yet bottled, the 2016 Cte Rtie Cte Rozier (97% Syrah and 3% Viognier) sports a saturated purple color as well as rocking notes of crme de cassis, graphite, crushed rocks, and liquid violets. It's rich, full bodied, powerful, and concentrated, with building tannins and beautiful purity. It's a powerhouse that needs 2 4 years of bottle age and will keep for 2+ decades.