×

Domaine Georges Vernay Cote Rotie Blonde Du Seigneur 2016 1.5Ltr

size
1.5Ltr
country
France
region
Rhone Valley
appellation
Cote Rotie
DC
95
VM
94
WA
93
WS
93
JS
93
JD
91
Additional vintages
DC
95
Rated 95 by Decanter
Classically Blonde in expression, lifted and fragrant, with raspberry, macadamia and sandalwood. Light-bodied, very fine tannins, lovely acidity, such a drinkable wine, a Côte-Rôtie of great elegance and lifted freshness. Exceptional winemaking skill on display. Lieux-dits Semons, Lancement and Maison Rouge, all on the Blonde side. Mostly destemmed, matured in Stockinger foudres and barriques (25% new). ... More details
Image of bottle
Sample image only. Please see Item description for product Information. When ordering the item shipped will match the product listing if there are any discrepancies. Do not order solely on the label if you feel it does not match product description

Domaine Georges Vernay Cote Rotie Blonde Du Seigneur 2016 1.5Ltr

SKU 944370
Case Only Purchase
Long-term Pre-Arrival
$1169.70
/case
$194.95
/1.5Ltr bottle
Quantity
min order 6 bottles
* This is a Long-term Pre-arrival item and is available for online ordering only. This item will ship on a future date after a 4-8 months transfer time. For additional details about Pre-arrival Items please visit our FAQ page.
Professional Ratings
DC
95
VM
94
WA
93
WS
93
JS
93
JD
91
DC
95
Rated 95 by Decanter
Classically Blonde in expression, lifted and fragrant, with raspberry, macadamia and sandalwood. Light-bodied, very fine tannins, lovely acidity, such a drinkable wine, a Côte-Rôtie of great elegance and lifted freshness. Exceptional winemaking skill on display. Lieux-dits Semons, Lancement and Maison Rouge, all on the Blonde side. Mostly destemmed, matured in Stockinger foudres and barriques (25% new).
VM
94
Rated 94 by Vinous Media
Dark purple. Bright and energetic on the nose, displaying spice- and mineral-tinged dark berry, cherry and floral scents that pick up smoke and cracked pepper nuances as the wine opens up. Juicy and seamless in texture, offering sweet black raspberry, cherry liqueur and violet pastille flavors and a hint of salty olive. Fine-grained tannins add grip to an impressively long, lively finish that echoes the floral and cherry notes.
WA
93
Rated 93 by Wine Advocate
Vernay's 2016 Cote Rotie Blonde du Seigneur has 5% Viognier and spent 18 months in 30% new oak. It's a lovely wine, brimming with perfumes of violets, roses and jasmine, plus plenty of raspberry fruit, all framed by hints of pencil shavings. It's medium to full-bodied yet with a delicately silky texture and ample freshness on the long finish.
WS
93
Rated 93 by Wine Spectator
Enticing blackberry and raspberry fruit flavors are melded together with singed savory, dark olive and fresh bay accents in this lovely red, which has a sleek feel through the finish, with just a light gilding of toast to add range. Drink now through 2030. 650 cases made, 120 cases imported.
JS
93
Rated 93 by James Suckling
Vibrant cherries, cassis, green peppers, cedar and violets with raspberry and grapefruit aromas. The palate has a fresh, sleek and elegant delivery of blackcurrant and purple-cherry flavors with lemon verbena and cassis fruit, delivered amid fine, succulent tannins. Try from 2023.
JD
91
Rated 91 by Jeb Dunnuck
The only 2016 Côte Rôtie bottled, the 2016 Côte Rôtie Blonde du Seigneur incorporates 5% Viognier and spent 18 months in barrel and foudre, with just a small part being new. It offers beautiful red and black berry fruits intermixed with notions of smoked meats, spice, and mint. This elegant, seamless 2016 is impeccably balanced and will keep for 7-8 years, probably longer.
Product Details
size
1.5Ltr
country
France
region
Rhone Valley
appellation
Cote Rotie
Additional vintages
Overview
Classically Blonde in expression, lifted and fragrant, with raspberry, macadamia and sandalwood. Light-bodied, very fine tannins, lovely acidity, such a drinkable wine, a Côte-Rôtie of great elegance and lifted freshness. Exceptional winemaking skill on display. Lieux-dits Semons, Lancement and Maison Rouge, all on the Blonde side. Mostly destemmed, matured in Stockinger foudres and barriques (25% new).
green grapes

Varietal: Syrah

Whilst there remains plenty of debate over which is the 'correct' name for the Shiraz/Syrah grape varietal, nobody is in any doubt about the influence and popularity this grape has had over recent decades. For centuries, this varietal has been used in single variety and blended wines in the regions of France it is most closely associated with, yet the 20th century saw it become one of the definitive grape varietals of New World red wines, where its big, robust character and spicy, berry-rich flavors proved to be a hit with international audiences. Today, Shiraz/Syrah is said to be the seventh most widely planted grape varietal in the world, and is used for a remarkably wide variety of quality red wines – including still, sparkling and fortified varieties.
barrel

Region: Rhone Valley

The Rhone Valley of southern France is a particularly fascinating wine region, with a history that stretches back to at least six hundred BCE, when the ancient Greeks first began cultivating vines there. The region itself is split into two distinct sub-regions, with the northern sub-region being famed for its production of exceptional Syrah, Marsanne, Roussane and Viognier wines, packed full of interesting character and expressing the terroir found there. The southern sub-region is home to an enormous variety of grapes, and produces red, white and rosé wines, and some of the world's most famous and adored blended wines. The continental climate of the region is ideal for growing grapes, and the winds which blow from the Central Massif help temper the heat in the vineyards, leading to very ripe fruits holding plenty of flavor.
fields

Country: France

Year in, year out, France enjoys its prestigious reputation as the producer of the finest wines in the world. With a wine making history which spans several thousand years and owes its expertise to the Romans, it comes as little surprise that this most highly esteemed of the Old World wine countries continues to impress and enchant both novices and experts to this day. Despite the rise in quality of wines from neighboring European countries, not to mention the New World, the French wine industry continues to boom, with up to eight billion bottles being produced in recent years. However, France prides itself on always putting quality before quantity, and the wide range in fine produce is a testament to the dedication and knowledge of the wineries across the country. Indeed, from rich and complex reds to light and aromatic white wines, French wines are as varied and interesting as they are enjoyable to drink, making this country a firm favorite for wine lovers across the globe.
Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews

There have been no reviews for this product.

More wines available from Domaine Georges Vernay
Long-term Pre-Arrival
750ml - 1 Bottle
Bottle: $212.59
Long-term Pre-Arrival
750ml - 1 Bottle
Bottle: $203.55
Plump and creamy in feel, but also very pure, with fine details to the mix of melon, pear, apricot and anise notes. A...
WS
97
JD
97
Long-term Pre-Arrival
1.5Ltr - 1 Bottle
Bottle: $389.20
Lastly, the 2019 Condrieu Coteau De Vernon comes from a steep, southeast-facing hillside of granite soils and is...
JD
98
DC
97
Long-term Pre-Arrival
750ml - 1 Bottle
Bottle: $209.94
Lastly, the 2019 Condrieu Coteau De Vernon comes from a steep, southeast-facing hillside of granite soils and is...
JD
98
DC
97
Long-term Pre-Arrival
750ml - 1 Bottle
Bottle: $97.45
More Details
green grapes

Varietal: Syrah

Whilst there remains plenty of debate over which is the 'correct' name for the Shiraz/Syrah grape varietal, nobody is in any doubt about the influence and popularity this grape has had over recent decades. For centuries, this varietal has been used in single variety and blended wines in the regions of France it is most closely associated with, yet the 20th century saw it become one of the definitive grape varietals of New World red wines, where its big, robust character and spicy, berry-rich flavors proved to be a hit with international audiences. Today, Shiraz/Syrah is said to be the seventh most widely planted grape varietal in the world, and is used for a remarkably wide variety of quality red wines – including still, sparkling and fortified varieties.
barrel

Region: Rhone Valley

The Rhone Valley of southern France is a particularly fascinating wine region, with a history that stretches back to at least six hundred BCE, when the ancient Greeks first began cultivating vines there. The region itself is split into two distinct sub-regions, with the northern sub-region being famed for its production of exceptional Syrah, Marsanne, Roussane and Viognier wines, packed full of interesting character and expressing the terroir found there. The southern sub-region is home to an enormous variety of grapes, and produces red, white and rosé wines, and some of the world's most famous and adored blended wines. The continental climate of the region is ideal for growing grapes, and the winds which blow from the Central Massif help temper the heat in the vineyards, leading to very ripe fruits holding plenty of flavor.
fields

Country: France

Year in, year out, France enjoys its prestigious reputation as the producer of the finest wines in the world. With a wine making history which spans several thousand years and owes its expertise to the Romans, it comes as little surprise that this most highly esteemed of the Old World wine countries continues to impress and enchant both novices and experts to this day. Despite the rise in quality of wines from neighboring European countries, not to mention the New World, the French wine industry continues to boom, with up to eight billion bottles being produced in recent years. However, France prides itself on always putting quality before quantity, and the wide range in fine produce is a testament to the dedication and knowledge of the wineries across the country. Indeed, from rich and complex reds to light and aromatic white wines, French wines are as varied and interesting as they are enjoyable to drink, making this country a firm favorite for wine lovers across the globe.