The Story
Lionel Faury Cote Rotie Les 3 Brunes 2021
Vines planted on steep slopes (with a grade of up to 45%) facing south by south-east, from three parcels in Côte Brune (Fourvier, Le Plomb, and Arselié). 70 to 80% of grapes are de-stemmed, fermentation lasts 18 to 22 days, aged for 18 months in oak demi-muids (600-L) and barrels (220-L), of which 30% are new.
Critical Acclaim
95 Vinous
Saturated ruby. Highly perfumed aromas of cherry, blueberry, incense, exotic spices and vanilla, along with a bright, smoky mineral overtone that builds in the glass. Spice-accented red and blue fruit preserve flavors show very good depth and energy thanks to a core of juicy acidity. Finishes with building floral and spice notes, dusty tannins and resonating minerality.
91 Wine Spectator
A perfumed, mineral-driven, lithe style, with up-front red currant woven with smoked meat, lavender and iodine. A racy wine framed by sculpted tannins, with white pepper and juniper details. The finish is marked by tangy acidity and crushed stone. Drink now through 2032.
Description
Lionel Faury Cote Rotie Les 3 Brunes 2021
Vines planted on steep slopes (with a grade of up to 45%) facing south by south-east, from three parcels in Côte Brune (Fourvier, Le Plomb, and Arselié). 70 to 80% of grapes are de-stemmed, fermentation lasts 18 to 22 days, aged for 18 months in oak demi-muids (600-L) and barrels (220-L), of which 30% are new.
Critical Acclaim
95 Vinous
Saturated ruby. Highly perfumed aromas of cherry, blueberry, incense, exotic spices and vanilla, along with a bright, smoky mineral overtone that builds in the glass. Spice-accented red and blue fruit preserve flavors show very good depth and energy thanks to a core of juicy acidity. Finishes with building floral and spice notes, dusty tannins and resonating minerality.
91 Wine Spectator
A perfumed, mineral-driven, lithe style, with up-front red currant woven with smoked meat, lavender and iodine. A racy wine framed by sculpted tannins, with white pepper and juniper details. The finish is marked by tangy acidity and crushed stone. Drink now through 2032.
