Pierre Jean Villa, Cote-Rotie "Carmina", 2022 TodayRare with old marine sedimentary Bellpine

with old marine sedimentary Bellpine loam soils — is one of Oregon's most respected addresses

power and balance

15 years—or sooner if you’ve got the patience to give it a long decant and a worthy meal

The 2015 vintage in Wachau was a warm

Winemaker Florent Denieuil

Pierre Jean Villa, Cote-Rotie "Carmina", 2022 TodayRare with old marine sedimentary BellpinePierre Jean Villa trained in Burgundy and helped revive the Northern Rhone's ancient vineyards before founding his own organic farmed domaine in 2009, and Cote Rotie is where his talent really shines. 'Carmina' is his Syrah from these steep, schist and granite slopes, the appellation that gives the grape its most aromatic, peppery, floral expression. Expect dark and red fruit, cracked pepper, grilled meat savor and fine, supple tannins. It's drinking