Description

The 2022 Jean-Michel Gerin Champin le Seigneur Côte-Rôtie opens with an elegant bouquet of ripe blackberries, crushed violets, and subtle smoked herbs. On the palate, it reveals a refined structure, with layers of dark cherry, blackcurrant, and graphite seamlessly integrated with savoury notes of olive tapenade and black pepper. The oak is restrained, offering gentle hints of cedar and cocoa without overwhelming the fruit. Medium to full-bodied, the wine is marked by fresh acidity and firm yet polished tannins, giving it both vibrancy and depth. A mineral streak runs through the core, lending precision and length to the finish. This is a poised and expressive Côte-Rôtie that beautifully balances power and finesse, promising graceful evolution over the next decade.