Côte-Rôtie Les Grandes Places 2021 Clusel-Roch

Clusel-Roch's Côte-Rôtie Les Grandes Places 2021, A red wine produced in the northern part of the appellation. It is made from the Syrah grape variety, grown in a separate plot planted by Baptiste and Marguerite Clusel in 1935. The foundation of this wine is Serine, an ancient variety of Syrah with low yields. This plot is situated on a southeast-facing slope and benefits from a soil composed of iron-rich mica schist. This iron-rich geology gives the wine a firm, somewhat austere texture rather than a soft one.

In 2021, the northern Rhône experienced a cold and rainy year, and yields were reduced due to frost and mildew. Across the entire region, yields of the Syrah variety were generally low. However, steeply sloped plots are better able to withstand these conditions than flat land. The wine is expected to feature tautness and spicy nuances rather than richness. The grapes from old vines form the backbone of its flavor profile.

It is worth noting that even in years with low yields, this wine rewards those who have patiently waited for it. The period from 2026 to 2044 is likely when it will be at its most enjoyable.