Domaine Georges Vernay Cote Rotie Blonde du Seigneur 2018 REDBURGUNDYROUNDUP Jabali Agave plant takes 16

Jabali Agave plant takes 16 to 18 years to mature

Aged 8 years in the tropics and 5 years in France for a total of 13 years

layered with dried grape

This is roughly 50/50 Pinot Noir and Chardonnay

Domaine Georges Vernay Cote Rotie Blonde du Seigneur 2018 REDBURGUNDYROUNDUP Jabali Agave plant takes 16Christine Vernay's refined touch elevates this Cte Rtie, where 5% Viognier tempers the power of Syrah with floral grace. Dark fruitblack cherry, blackberrymoves across a velvety mouthfeel anchored by mineral smokiness, black olive, and pepper, all awakened by the Viognier's aromatic lift. Full bodied yet supple, this wine rewards cellaring for more than a decade, revealing layers of nuance that define world class northern Rhne winemaking.