| Region | |
|---|---|
| Subregion | France > Rhône > Northern Rhône > Côte Rotie |
| Colour | Red |
| Type | Still |
The 1998 Cote Rotie La Turque may end up being a perfect wine. Its smoky black fruits intermixed with licorice, roasted meats, cassis, and flowers create an explosive, exotic perfume. The wine reveals considerable tannin, immense structure, and potentially legendary depth as well as intensity. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2022.
Made from a 2.5 acre vineyard planted in 1980, this cru has been prized by collectors ever since its first vintage in 1985. The '98 versino is full-bodied, intense and tannic. It won't leave you cold with all the smoke, grilled and charred wood, tar, black truffles, cassis and other interesting aromas and flavors. Fresh, long finish, with ripe tannins. Best from 2005 through 2015.
