indeed the word Zen describes the gorgeously well-balanced finish

(93-96)/2035+

with loads of bright

leather and herbal tea

50% new oak

Rene Rostaing, Cote Rotie Landonne Vintage:2011 indeed the word Zen describesThe 2001 Cote Rotie La Landonne reveals a roasted espresso character along with licorice, pepper, scorched earth, and dense blackberry and cassis fruit. Firm, tannic, and masculine as well as aromatic (a characteristic of this cool vintage), it requires another 2 3 years of cellaring, after which it should last for 7 8 years. Rene Rostaing is one of the most masterful growers and bottlers of Cote Rotie. Sadly, there is not much produced. P. S. Pierre