Vallouit, Cote Rotie Voniere other_regions_italy there is markedly more volume

there is markedly more volume and power to the large-scaled if less refined flavors that possess much better mid-palate density before terminating in an impressively lengthy finish

There is good richness to the detailed and moderately refined middle weight flavors that deliver good punch and power if perhaps less refinement than one might expect given the appellation

This year was rainy until end of August and a wipeout was saved by a good September and October

Very dark ruby red

Vallouit, Cote Rotie Voniere other_regions_italy there is markedly more volumeSeamless. Shows lovely, sweet fruit and firm but ripe tannins, with enough good acidity kicking in on the fresh finish. Offers a panoply of spice, smoke, fancy oak and black fruit. Should improve with cellaring. Best from 2003 through 2015. 250 cases made. PM