2019 Jean Luc Jamet Cote Rotie Les Terrasses

Deep ruby. A mineral and smoke-tinged bouquet evokes ripe black and blue fruits and liquorice; a floral nuance builds as the wine opens with air. Shows very good energy and spicy lift to its juicy boysenberry and bitter cherry flavours, which are complemented by suggestions of allspice, smoked meat and candied liquorice. Finishes long and taut, with repeating cherry notes, chewy tannic grip and a jolt of spicy cracked pepper. 92 points, Josh Reynolds, Vinous.