2021 Magnum Côte Rôtie "Champin le Seigneur" Domaine Jean Michel Gerin

📌 Description

Côte-Rôtie “Champin le Seigneur” 2021 Magnum – Domaine Jean-Michel Gerin presents a fresher and more refined expression of this emblematic cuvée. The 2021 vintage, marked by finesse and precision, highlights purity of fruit and an elegant structure. The magnum format allows for slower ageing, enhancing complexity and balance over time. This cuvée perfectly illustrates the elegance and tension of great Northern Rhône Syrah in a refined style.

🍇 Grape Variety

Predominantly Syrah, with a small proportion of Viognier.

Aromatic profile: blackberry, cassis, violet, pepper, black olive, and subtle smoky notes.

🌍 Region / Country

Northern Rhône – Côte-Rôtie (France).

Schist soils provide finesse, tension, and minerality.

🌡️ Serving Temperature

Serve between 16 and 17 °C (61–63 °F).

Decant for about 1 hour before serving.

⏳ Ageing Potential

20 to 35 years (or more in magnum).

• 2024–2032: freshness, fruit, and elegance.

• 2033–2055+: development toward tertiary notes of leather, spice, and smoke.

👁️ Appearance

• Color: deep purple with violet reflections.

• Clarity: bright.

• Legs: regular.

👃 Nose

• Aromatic intensity: elegant and expressive.

• First nose: fresh red and dark fruits.

• Second nose: violet, pepper, smoky nuances.

👄 Palate

• Attack: fine and precise.

• Structure: silky tannins, balanced freshness, elegant texture.

• Dominant aromas: blackberry, cassis, spice, floral notes.

• Overall balance: harmonious and refined.

• Length: persistent, fresh, and spicy finish.

🍽️ Food Pairings

• Roast lamb.

• Game dishes.

• Grilled meats.

• Aged cheeses.

⭐ Overall Impression / Style

An elegant and precise Côte-Rôtie highlighting the freshness of the 2021 vintage. The magnum format enhances its ageing potential.