
86POINTS
15½/20







Ortas Tradition Rasteau Côtes du Rhône Villages 2005
Côtes du Rhône, Rhone Valley, FrancePeppery, lees, smoky, meaty, black cherry, animal, licorice root aromas. Soft, round, elegant but dry palate with earthy, black cherry, spicy, compost, rootsy, peppery flavours. Tight, fresh acidity finish needs food or a year in bottle to soften.Tasted: 13 December 2007Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $17.99 | 750ml | specialty listing |
AB | $18.00 | 750ml | private wine shops |
Blend: Grenache - Syrah - MourvèdreCSPC: 046185UPC: 664605315046