Michel Ogier, Cote Rotie Belle Helene Vintage:2016 complex and impeccably well-balanced finish

complex and impeccably well-balanced finish

2014 was one of those vintages when it was impossible not to sit up and take notice of what was happening at Lafon-Rochet

The 2000 has been consistently brilliant

Even inkier in color than the 2010

Michel Ogier, Cote Rotie Belle Helene Vintage:2016 complex and impeccably well-balanced finishGlass staining ruby. Powerful, spice accented aromas of fresh black and blue fruits, candied violet, licorice and olive paste, along with a hint of exotic spices that builds steadily in the glass. Sweet, palate staining cassis, boysenberry, floral pastille and star anise flavors turn livelier with air. Impressively concentrated but surprisingly lively thanks to its spine of smoky minerality. Finishes sappy, seamless and impressively long, with