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Domaine Rémi Niero - Côte-Rôtie Les 400 de la Viallière 2018 (Magnum)

Domaine Rémi Niero - Côte-Rôtie Les 400 de la Viallière 2018 (Magnum)

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92-94/100

Robert Parker

(2017 Vintage Notes)
Syrah
long guard
rarity

"Limited to 400 numbered magnums"

This unique cuvée is the result of exceptional vintages and a prestigious terroir, the vineyard known as “La Viallière.” Grown on brown soils, it stands out for its depth, its velvety texture, and its aromatic intensity. Limited exclusively to 400 numbered magnums, the size of the bottles gives the wine an extraordinary aging potential that will allow it to stand the test of time…

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Estate

Domaine Rémi Niero

Vintage

Les 400 de la Viallière

Vintage

2018

Designation

Côte-Rôtie

Region

Rhône

Grape varieties

100% Syrah

Terroirs

Located in the northern part of the appellation, on iron-rich mica schist soils facing southeast, this vineyard—known as "La Viallière"—is planted on a very steep hillside with a gradient that sometimes exceeds 40%

Viticulture

Reasoned

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Winemaking

Extended maceration (3 weeks) after destemming in temperature-controlled concrete tanks, followed by malolactic fermentation

Livestock farming

Aged for 24 months in two new 400- and 228-liter barrels, followed by two years of bottle aging in the cellar before release

Eye

Dress with purple hues

Nose

Expressive notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, violet, and white pepper

Palate

Harmonious and full-bodied, with a beautiful maturity and no heaviness whatsoever; a rich, velvety texture with ripe tannins, and a rich, indulgent palate featuring dark fruit and spices.

Serve

At 16-18°C

Drink before

2040

Production

This vintage is limited to just 400 numbered magnums. The large size of the bottles gives the wine an extraordinary aging potential that will allow it to stand the test of time…

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Pair with hare terrine, roast pigeon, rib of beef, hare saddle à la royale, braised duck, woodcock with porcini mushrooms, or roast lamb

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Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated 92–94/100 (2017 vintage) (An outstanding wine)

Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

About the estate:

Tucked away on a small cul-de-sac in the heart of the village of Condrieu, Domaine Niero comprises just nine hectares of vineyards: four in Condrieu, two in Côte Rôtie, just over one in Saint-Joseph, and just under one in Crozes-Hermitage. There is also about one hectare dedicated to the Collines Rhodaniennes IGP, planted with both Syrah and Viognier. Although the clean, modern approach is undeniable, the wines are full of character and expressive of their different terroirs.

RVF - The French Wine Review / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Rated Estate (2024 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 pinnacle of French winemaking.)

About the estate:

Since 2004, Rémi has been at the helm of this family-owned estate, which boasts a fine selection of terroirs in Condrieu, with 4 hectares divided into six plots. He also produces several Côte-Rôtie vintages from the Viallière and Bassenon terroirs, as well as a Saint-Joseph vintage, Bois Prieur, and another in Crozes-Hermitage. The wines are serious, rather classic, with aging that sometimes leaves a slight mark on them during their youth.

Jancis Robinson

Jancis Robinson

Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended

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Review by Mr. SYLVAIN L. Published on January 3, 2024

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