Domaine Barge, Cote Rotie "Les Cotes", 2022 CS20230611 Old Forester 86 isn’t flashy—but

Old Forester 86 isn’t flashy—but it’s consistent

Known for its combination of richness and minerality

and making wine like a Burgundian: barrel-fermented with native yeasts

with lingering fruit and a subtle touch of earthiness

Domaine Barge, Cote Rotie "Les Cotes", 2022 CS20230611 Old Forester 86 isn’t flashy—butJulien Barge, the traditionalist philosopher winemaker celebrated for his rare poetic approach, blends Cte Blonde and Cte Brune for this cuve (a practice he began in 2018). Ninety five percent Syrah with five percent Viognier, the wine is elevated for 28 months in 600 liter demi muids from Barge's six organic hectares of 40 to 60 year old vines that deliver low yields and concentration. Deep garnet with violet hints, showing blackberry, tapenade,