Domaine Jamet Côte-Rôtie, Rhône Valley, France 2021

Domaine Jamet is a benchmark producer in Côte-Rôtie, revered for crafting wines that embody the elegance, complexity, and longevity of the region. Family-run since 1976, Jean-Paul Jamet and his family meticulously farm steep, terraced vineyards to showcase the finest expressions of Syrah.

• WINEMAKER: Jean-Paul Jamet and Loïc Jamet
• FARMING: Practicing sustainable
• VARIETY: 100% Syrah
• TERROIR: Côte-Rôtie’s steep slopes, with a mix of schist and granite soils, lend the wine its characteristic minerality and depth. The domaine sources fruit from more than 17 lieux-dits, creating a complex, layered blend.
• VINIFICATION: Traditional whole-cluster fermentation with indigenous yeasts, followed by aging in French oak barrels (20% new) for 22 months.
• AGING: 22 months in French oak barrels, with 20% new oak to enhance structure without overpowering the fruit.
• TASTING NOTES: Aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant, and violets, layered with smoked meat, black pepper, and olive tapenade. Silky tannins and a long, savory finish highlight its refined structure.
• FOOD PAIRINGS: Ideal with roasted lamb, wild game, or rich mushroom-based dishes like truffle risotto.
• SCORES: 98 points – Wine Advocate; 97 points – Decanter.