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Score 85/100 · Drink 2002-2006, Robert Parker, Apr 2002

The earthy, stemmy 1999 Cote Rotie Cuvee du Plessy is full of spice and herbs, with little evidence of cassis. Drink it over the next 2-4 years. Gilles Barge, former president of the Cote Rotie syndicate, remains frozen in time, adhering to the most traditional aspects of winemaking. However, he appears to utilize more barriques for his Cote Brune bottling as opposed to the lighter Cuvee du Plessy. Importer: A Christopher Cannan Selection, various American importers including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300 and Diamond Wine Merchants, Oakland, CA; tel. (510) 567-9897

Critic scores

Critic scores
88
88/100

Average Score

85
85/100

Robert Parker

90
89-91/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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89 - 91 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 89-91/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Medium ruby-red. Highly aromatic, pure aromas of raspberry, bacon fat and flowers. Juicy and intensely flavored, if a bit tightly wound today in the middle; the raspberry, spice and pepper flavors are sappy and ripe. The red fruit and pepper flavors carry through on the generous finish. Barge initially thought this high-sugar, low-acid wine would be out of whack, but has been pleasantly surprised by its balance and roundness. This will be very accessible early on.

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Domaine Gilles-Barge
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Product details

Grape Blend

Syrah / Shiraz, Viognier

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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