M. Chapoutier : Neve 2023

A soft, ripe, lively and juicy style of Côte-Rôtie with good acidity, fine tannins and well-integrated oak. It has lovely balance and enough concentration to propel it forward into the medium term. Perhaps not as long a finish as in some years, but this is nonetheless great for the vintage. With 30% whole bunches; aged 50% in demi-muid, 50% barriques; 20% new oak.

The 2023 Côte-Rôtie Neve needs a little time to unfurl in the glass, gradually revealing ripe black fruits, dried violets, finely nuanced stemmy tones and pencil shavings. A touch of orange rind also leaves its mark. Midweight and gently framed by ripe tannins, with a thread of vibrant freshness, the 2023 is an outstanding Neve that Chapoutier followers will not want to miss.