Cote Rotie 'Ampodium' Domaine Rostaig 2023

The Côte Rôtie 'Ampodium' by Domaine Rostaing is produced in France in the Côte Rôtie in the beautiful Rhône Valley, considered one of the most suitable and interesting areas for the production of quality wines in France. This land has been cultivated by the Rostaing family for over 40 years: René Rostaing learned traditional winemaking methods through his studies abroad and the teachings in the field from his uncle Marius Gentaz first and his father-in-law Albert Dervieux later, thus creating his own idea of how to produce wine of undisputed quality. Today, the business can count on about 10 hectares of land entirely cultivated with vines that are in the hands of René's son, Pierre, who works to preserve the family tradition, making it future-oriented.

The vineyards of the Côte Rôtie 'Ampodium' by Domaine Rostaing are located at an altitude of around 200 to 300 meters above sea level; the climate in this area is characterized by the influence of the Mediterranean Sea, which provides sunny summers with temperatures that are never too high and mild winters. The soil is characterized by limestone deposits and marine sandstones, due to the retreat.of the marine waters. The cultivation can be defined as heroic, since the vines are located on steep terraces and dry stone walls that make it difficult to intervene with machinery to manage the growth of the plants. Once the strictly manual harvest is completed, the grapes in the cellar undergo alcoholic and malolactic fermentation thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts. It ages for 12 months in oak barrels and there are no filtrations or clarifications at bottling.

The color of the Côte Rôtie 'Ampodium' by Domaine Rostaing is an intense red with violet reflections. On the nose, aromas of underbrush, fruit, and spicy notes of black tea, pepper, and leather are distinguished; on the palate, it reveals itself elegant and refined with well-integrated tannins that make it pleasant to drink. It is recommended to pair with typical cuts of meat from the French tradition, game, and first courses based on important sauces; excellent also with vegetarian dishes. A wine that excellently accompanies the family festive table, but also romantic evenings in front of the fireplace in the company of stimulating readings.