Domaine Georges Vernay Cote Rotie Blonde du Seigneur 2018 JURARARE kaffir lime

kaffir lime

with the promise of excellent cellaring potential

in Piedmont — which makes finding it in the Sacramento Delta a small act of geographic mischief

which would not be expected in a conventional rosé Champagne

Trained on terraced hillsides at 550-650m elevation

Domaine Georges Vernay Cote Rotie Blonde du Seigneur 2018 JURARARE kaffir limeChristine Vernay's refined touch elevates this Cte Rtie, where 5% Viognier tempers the power of Syrah with floral grace. Dark fruitblack cherry, blackberrymoves across a velvety mouthfeel anchored by mineral smokiness, black olive, and pepper, all awakened by the Viognier's aromatic lift. Full bodied yet supple, this wine rewards cellaring for more than a decade, revealing layers of nuance that define world class northern Rhne winemaking.