Cornas Monteillet (Domaine du) - Stéphane Montez 2022

The Cornas appellation lies on the right bank of the Rhône, at the southern end of the Northern Rhône Valley. Its terroir is defined by granitic and metamorphic soils, which ensure good drainage and promote optimal ripening conditions. The estate’s vines are planted on steep terraced slopes supported by dry-stone walls known locally as chaillées, with south and south-east-facing exposures. In the winery, the partially destemmed fruit undergoes a long maceration, punctuated by regular punch-downs. Fermentation lasts 13 days, allowing for gentle extraction of aromatics and tannins. The wine is then aged in vat to preserve fruit purity and the mineral expression of the terroir.
In the glass, the wine shows an intense, bright ruby hue. The nose delivers aromas of red and black fruit lifted by floral notes with subtle spice tones. On the palate, a clean attack leads into fine, well-integrated tannins supported by bright acidity, carrying through to a fresh, persistent finish.