Domaine Georges Vernay Cote Rotie Blonde du Seigneur 2018 GERAUS pre-WWI stash of Clouet Champagne

pre-WWI stash of Clouet Champagne discovered in a hidden cellar

soft mouthfeel

A whirlwind of an amaro journey

Fellom Ranch sits on the Santa Clara Valley side of the Santa Cruz Mountains

Sweet blackberries

Domaine Georges Vernay Cote Rotie Blonde du Seigneur 2018 GERAUS pre-WWI stash of Clouet ChampagneChristine 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.