Alcohol: 13%
Grape(s): 100% Syrah
Location: Ampuis, Côte-Rôtie AOC, Northern Rhône, France
Tasting Notes: Deep ruby with violet highlights. Aromas of black cherry, plum, violet, and cracked pepper. Full-bodied and velvety with ripe tannins. Notes of smoked meat, black olive, and crushed granite. Long, savory finish with hints of licorice and spice.
Notes: Sourced from steep granitic terraces in Côte Brune and Côte Blonde. Manual harvest with partial destemming. Maceration for 17–20 days. Aged 24 months in 500L barrels and demi-muids. Minimal intervention; bottled unfined. Production: limited quantities. Drink window: 2028–2037+
Food pairing: Ribeye steak, Roast duck with cherry sauc,e Venison loin, Cassoulet, Lamb tagin,e Wild mushroom ragout, Saint-Marcellin, Bleu d’Auvergn,e Aged Comté
Winery Story: Pierre-Jean Villa is one of the Rhône’s quiet revolutionaries. After co-founding Les Vins de Vienne, he launched his own domaine in 2009, focusing on purity and terroir. With 17 hectares across Saint-Joseph, Condrieu, and Côte-Rôtie, he farms organically and vinifies with restraint. The “Carmina” cuvée is named after Carmina Burana, evoking power, sensuality, and musical precision. Villa’s Côte-Rôtie is a masterclass in balance—structured yet lyrical, bold yet nuanced. It’s Syrah with soul.
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