Given its higher (and thus slightly cooler) position on the slope
The particular mixture of plants found near Chambery give a fresh
The vines are relatively young (25 years old) but the wine is already quite concentrated and full of character
• Maceration in 70-hl Slavonian oak vats (ranging from 4-12 years old) lasts 30-35 days
The wine is intense
Domaine Faury, Côte-Rotie, Northern Rhône, France 2016 certifiedorganic Given its higher (and thusThese wines have always inspired fascination: powerful yet fresh and ethereal, they feature never ending aromas of eucalyptus, menthol, game, leather, violets, spice . . . an exotic, earthy bouquet expressed with subtlety and grace. Sadly, these prized bottles have dwindled with each cork pulled, as traditionalist vignerons on the unforgiving Roasted Slope have proven elusive. Domaine Faury represents a rare exception, and I envision this Cte Rtie