Domaine Christophe Billon
La Brocarde
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This bold, tannic and full-bodied single vineyard blend of Syrah (97%) and Viognier (3%) is one of the greatest expressions of the Côte Brune slopes of Côte Rôtie. Behind this power lies a foundation of vibrant acidity with notes of blackberries, black pepper, cassis and a touch of dried flowers, notably violets. With an unctuous mouthfeel, enrobing texture and a long finish, this wine has the potential to withstand substantial aging.
Grapes are 100% destemmed before fermentation and spend 26 months in new 228-litre French barrels. Côte Rozier is capable of long-term aging and only 2200 bottles are produced each year.
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Côte Rôtie
Rhône Valley
France
Producer Info
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Situated 3 kilometres from the city of Ampuis in the Northern Rhône, Christophe Billon has been meticulously mastering his craft since the 1990s. Starting with his first Côte Rôtie vintage in 1991, him and his wife Maryline has been expanding their domaine with the addition of their son Corentin in 2018.
They currently hold approximately 10 hectares over 3 different appellations, which include their prestigious single vineyard Côte Rôtie wines, La Brocarde and La Côte Rozier, released in 2000 and in 2015, respectively. The oldest vines dates back to 1942, planted by Christophe’s grandfather.
In 2006, they decided to embark on a new adventure in the up-and-coming region across the Rhône River near the city of Vienne, producing their first vintage of La Bâtie in 2009.
Equipped with the HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) Level 3 certification, Christophe and his team continuously makes conscious decisions about the well-being of the environment and the biodiversity throughout his vines.
Description
This bold, tannic and full-bodied single vineyard blend of Syrah (97%) and Viognier (3%) is one of the greatest expressions of the Côte Brune slopes of Côte Rôtie. Behind this power lies a foundation of vibrant acidity with notes of blackberries, black pepper, cassis and a touch of dried flowers, notably violets. With an unctuous mouthfeel, enrobing texture and a long finish, this wine has the potential to withstand substantial aging.
Grapes are 100% destemmed before fermentation and spend 26 months in new 228-litre French barrels. Côte Rozier is capable of long-term aging and only 2200 bottles are produced each year.
Wine Origin
Côte Rôtie
Rhône Valley
France
Producer Info
Situated 3 kilometres from the city of Ampuis in the Northern Rhône, Christophe Billon has been meticulously mastering his craft since the 1990s. Starting with his first Côte Rôtie vintage in 1991, him and his wife Maryline has been expanding their domaine with the addition of their son Corentin in 2018.
They currently hold approximately 10 hectares over 3 different appellations, which include their prestigious single vineyard Côte Rôtie wines, La Brocarde and La Côte Rozier, released in 2000 and in 2015, respectively. The oldest vines dates back to 1942, planted by Christophe’s grandfather.
In 2006, they decided to embark on a new adventure in the up-and-coming region across the Rhône River near the city of Vienne, producing their first vintage of La Bâtie in 2009.
Equipped with the HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) Level 3 certification, Christophe and his team continuously makes conscious decisions about the well-being of the environment and the biodiversity throughout his vines.