2018 Côte Rôtie "Côte Bodin" Domaine Gerin

📌 Description

Côte-Rôtie “Côte Bodin” 2018 – Domaine Gerin is an intense and refined Syrah from a warm and concentrated Northern Rhône vintage. The 2018 delivers a broad, ripe, and structured expression, supported by freshness and remarkable aromatic precision. This cuvée perfectly illustrates the balance between Rhône power and the mineral elegance typical of great Côte-Rôtie terroirs.

🍇 Grape Varieties

Primarily Syrah, with a possible small proportion of Viognier in keeping with local tradition.

A complex profile: blackberry, blackcurrant, violet, black olive, pepper, smoked bacon, and mineral notes.

🌍 Region / Country

Northern Rhône Valley – Côte-Rôtie (France).

Steep schist and mica-schist slopes provide tension, depth, and excellent ageing potential.

🌡️ Serving Temperature

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

Decant for about 1 hour when young.

⏳ Ageing Potential

15 to 25 years.

• 2024–2030: intense fruit, firm structure, vibrant energy.

• 2031–2045+: development toward tertiary notes (leather, truffle, game, spice).

👁️ Appearance

• Color: deep purple with violet highlights.

• Clarity: dense and brilliant.

• Legs: thick and regular.

👃 Nose

• Aromatic intensity: powerful and expressive.

• First nose: blackberry, blackcurrant, violet.

• Second nose: black pepper, olive, smoky nuance, mineral touch.

👄 Palate

• Attack: broad and energetic.

• Structure: present yet fine tannins, excellent concentration, balanced freshness.

• Dominant aromas: ripe dark fruits, spice, smoky and mineral notes.

• Overall balance: powerful yet harmonious.

• Length: long, deep, and spicy finish.

🍽️ Food Pairings

• Grilled or roasted lamb.

• Rib of beef.

• Game dishes.

• Mushroom or truffle-based dishes.

⭐ Overall Impression / Style

A structured and expressive Côte-Rôtie combining the richness of the 2018 vintage with the finesse of its terroir. A deep, elegant wine built for ageing.