The 2001 Cote Rotie La Landonne reveals a roasted espresso character along with licorice

while this is actually from Mazoyères

verging from red into black cherry

it should be drunk sooner rather than later

Tangy and clean

The Hilt, Old Guard Chardonnay Size:12x750ml The 2001 Cote Rotie La(55% fruit from Sanford & Benedict vineyard and 45% from Solomon Hills vineyard), Pale gold. Musky, heady aromas of yellow plum, poached pear, lemon pith and iodine. Pliant and creamy in texture, with a restrained sweetness to its deep orchard and citrus fruit flavors. Finishes spicy and long, with a smoky mineral nuance adding bite. Josh Raynolds