Bernard Levet - Côte-Rôtie Journaries 2019 (750ml)
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| Producer | Bernard Levet |
| Country | France |
| Region | Rhône Valley |
| Varietal | Syrah |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Sku | 63020 |
| Size | 750ml |
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Bernard Levet Description
“Les Journaries” is a cuvée drawn from grapes harvested from old vines in the “La Landonne” lieu-dit. This wine is more subtle, more elegant and “quieter” if you will than the “Chavaroche”. At the same time, it is very much a Levet wine with a bouquet of violets, wild berries, a touch of animal and resinous-like tannins that speak of the inclusion of stems (a hallmark of the Levet tradition). The “Journaries” is approachable at an earlier stage than its companion “La Chavaroche” but, that being said, it is a wine that not only ages gracefully but almost requires a touch of patience.
Wine Advocate: 95-97 Points
Primarily from La Landonne, the 2019 Cote Rotie Les Journaries (labeled Maestria outside the United States) features pungent notes of black olives, roasted meat and grilled plum. Full-bodied, rich and velvety, with a long, softly chewy finish, this has a real shot at greatness.
Vinous: 94-96 Points
Assertively perfumed aromas of primary black/blue fruits, incense, exotic spices and candied flowers, plus a smoky mineral topnote that adds urgency. Deeply concentrated blackberry, bitter cherry and fruitcake flavors are supported by a spine of smoky minerality and pick up a suave violet candy quality with air. Blends power and finesse with a steady hand, and finishes youthfully tannic and long, with resonating floral and spice notes and outstanding persistence. In France this wine is labeled as "Maestria" and "Les Journaries" is the original name for La Landonne, the lieu dit that contributes 70% of the fruit that makes up this wine. 70% whole clusters.
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