2008 Domaine Clusel-Roch Côte-Rôtie Classique

Vivid red. Vibrant, perfumed and seductive nose shows fresh black raspberry and floral aromas along with a Christmas spice tone. Potent red and dark berry flavors possess good depth and precision. Brisk on the silky back end, showing attractive freshness and florality.

Deep, bright red. Fresh violet, rose, blackberry and Indian spices on the nose. Delicate and sweet in a Burgundian fashion, with lively red and dark berry flavors and fine-grained tannins. Finishes with good spicy cut and lingering minerality.

Deep crimson. Intoxicating but fresh perfume that has dark and red fruit, a little pepper and some floral notes. Scented red fruit – as zippy as cranberry – on the palate. Lightish, elegant but finishes with freshness and juicy fruit. (JH)