“For the 2018 La Dot, the vintage’s maturity defines this cuvée. The nose is intense, with notes of candied cherry, peppermint, and licorice. The palate is round, caressing, and delicate. A beautiful, mouth-watering, chocolatey finish. ” (The Guide to the Best Wines of France 2022 - RVF). Born from pink stone, La Dot is an ethereal, finely crafted, and taut wine. A truly beautiful bottle that pays homage to the winemaker’s grandmother, who received these plots as a wedding dowry.
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Eye
Deep carmine red color
Nose
With floral and fruity aromas (iris, violet, rose, red berries) that develop into spicy notes
Palate
Rich and indulgent, with an elegant texture, full-bodied, and refined
Serve
At 13-15°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink before
2027
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with roasted poultry, white meats, lamb, andouillette...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2021 guide): 3*Stars (High-quality production that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
Marie-Élodie continues to improve year after year without compromising her ideals. It’s a challenge she embraces despite the poor harvests of recent vintages in the northern appellations. Her style has gained in precision, and the finishes are smoother. Marie-Élodie has made no concessions—that’s just not her style! But she has likely softened her approach slightly, opting for less body in favor of a more immediate and refined balance. In any case, the entire vintage brilliantly showcases her originality, and the wines—particularly those from recent vintages—possess a true personality.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2022 guide) 16/20 (Very good wine)
Rated Estate (2022 Guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the excellence of French winemaking.)
About the wine:
For the 2018 vintage, the wine’s maturity defines this cuvée. The nose is intense, with notes of candied cherry, peppermint, and licorice. The palate is round, smooth, and delicate. It has a lovely, mouth-watering, chocolatey finish.
About the estate:
If there were a sign at Clos de Mez, it would read “Marie-Élodie Zighera, artisan winemaker”! Her vineyard (certified organic in 2019) is divided into two crus, with Fleurie at the center. A passionate advocate of whole-cluster fermentation, she did not purchase any grapes despite the recent hailstorms that damaged her Fleurie vines. Since her first vintage in 2006, she has evolved toward wines that remain structured but are more approachable. One winter in barrel, one in bulk, and one in bottle—that’s why her vintages seem timeless amid the trend toward easy-drinking wines.
Customer Rating
3.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. CHRISTIAN C. Published on September 6, 2022
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Review by Mr. FLORIAN C. Published on March 27, 2022
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