Côte-Rôtie Coteaux de Bassenon Guy Bernard (Domaine) 2010

Domaine Guy is family run estate that spans six hectares over the Côte-Rôtie (4.8 ha) and Condrieu (1.2ha). A small, off the radar domaine that produces qualitative wines that are a beautiful expression of their appellation.

A single parcel cuvée, Syrare is aptly named. The result of meticulous, rigorous work, this cuvée is a 100% Syrah whose yields are limited to allow the fruits to extract its quintessence. These are around 12-15 hl / ha. The berries macerate for 45 days and are then aged in new oak barrels for two years. The wine is then bottled without fining or filtration. Opened one hour before tasting, it gradually develops intense aromas of black fruit and spices. The wine is full, fleshy and generous. The tannins settle over time. Naturally, this wine is perfect with a fine piece of grilled meat and a homemade truffle-scented purée.