Cote Rotie Cote Brune Jamet 2011 (750ML)

97 Points, Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com: "Even more impressive and one of the top four to five wines in the vintage, the 2011 Cote Rotie Cote Brune (which was just bottled prior to my visit) has striking floral, white pepper, stem, game and liquid rock-like aromas and flavors. Seeing 100% whole cluster fermentation, this wild, perfumed and full-bodied rock star has brilliant mid-palate depth, ultra-fine tannin and blockbuster length on the finish. It tastes like the essence of Cote Rotie, and will evolve for 20-25 years or more." 12/13

93 Points, Josh Raynolds, Vinous: "Opaque ruby. Black raspberry, potpourri, licorice and woodsmoke on the highly perfumed nose. Stains the palate with sweet red and dark berry compote flavors enlivened by juicy acidity. Zesty minerality adds lift and bite to the finish, which clings with superb energy and smooth, slow-building tannins." 03/14