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Jamet: From VdF to Côte Brune

The heights that Jean-Paul Jamet reaches has few peers in the entire northern Rhône.

Côte-Rôtie's Master:
2017 Jamet Côte-Rôtie

Jamet's Côte-Rôties are long-standing benchmarks of the northern Rhône.

The heights that Jamet's Côte-Rôties reach have few peers in the entire northern Rhône.

The Profound Beauty of Côte-Rôtie: 2013 Bénetière Cote Rotie Cordeloux

In Côte-Rôtie, Bénetière may very well be without peer in terms of balance, detail, and streamlined mineral elegance.

One of the reasons that we've always loved Bénetière's 2013 Cordeloux is that it consolidates all of these qualities brilliantly.

Jamet Rarity, Only Bottles in the U.S.
2016 Jamet Cote-Rotie Half-Bottles

Jamet's Côte-Rôties have few peers in the entire northern Rhône.

It's pretty much that simple. They are amazingly elegant, precise, and clear.

Côte-Rôtie In Full Glory - Rare Magnums:
2016 Jamet Côte-Rôtie Magnums

The heights that Jamet's Côte-Rôties reach have few peers in the entire northern Rhône. Jamet hits a level of gracefulness and agility that is reminiscent of Burgundy. This is Côte-Rôtie in full glory, flaunting a poised and detailed expression of minerals, herbs, spice, savory elements, and florality. The aromatics simply soar.

Untamed Côte Rôtie - Magnum Edition:
2017 Levet Côte Rôtie La Chavaroche Magnums

Levet's Chavaroche is one of the most unyieldingly traditional and fascinating wines currently being made in the northern Rhône. Neal Rosenthal, Levet's importer, aptly sums up the wines: "If you want the truest of Côte-Rôties...if you admire both the intellectual and the savage, then this is a must-buy wine."

“Excellent clarity and lift”
2017 Levet Côte-Rôtie Les Journaries

Levet’s wines are some of our favorites from the northern Rhône. They are true masters of old-school Côte-Rôtie.

Untamed Côte Rôtie: 2017 Levet Côte Rôtie La Chavaroche

Levet's Chavaroche is one of the most unyieldingly traditional and fascinating wines currently being made in the northern Rhône. Neal Rosenthal, Levet's importer, aptly sums up the wines: "If you want the truest of Côte-Rôties...if you admire both the intellectual and the savage, then this is a must-buy wine."

Legends In The Making: 2015 Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque & La Mouline

Simply put, there's nothing like Guigal's La La's. ​Guigal is Rhône royalty and their single-vineyard "La La's" are the justly acclaimed jewels in the crown.

Back Up The Truck: Northern Rhône Edition:
2017 Jamet VdP Collines Rhodaniennes

As always, Jamet's 2017 Collines Rhodaniennes is one of the smartest northern Rhône buys you can make.

Cote Rotie: Raw, Untamed, Beautiful Revisited
- 2016 Levet Côte-Rôtie La Chavaroche

When it comes to unyieldingly honest and unapologetically traditional Côte-Rôtie, Levet's wines are without peer. Levet's Chavaroche has long been one of the smartest buys for your cellar, especially when it comes to steadfastly traditional northern Rhône wine.

2000 Jamet Côte-Rôtie

The only prudent thing to do is to keep this offer brief. This has all the markings of something that will sell out in a flash.

Jamet Rarity, Only Bottles in the U.S. -
2016 Jamet Cote-Rotie Half-Bottles

Jamet's Côte-Rôties have few peers in the entire Northern Rhône. It's pretty much that simple. They are amazingly elegant, precise and clear.

Honest, Untamed, Beautiful:
2016 Levet Côte-Rôtie Les Journaries

When it comes to truly authentic, old-school Côte-Rôtie, Levet’s wines have no peers. These wines reflect the pure and rugged honesty of the terroir. They are a completely genuine expression of Syrah: unapologetically wild and beautifully complex.

Côte-Rôtie In Full Glory Revisited: 2016 Jamet Côte-Rôtie

The heights that Jamet's Côte-Rôties reach have few peers in the entire Northern Rhône. Jamet hits a level of gracefulness and agility that is reminiscent of Burgundy. This is Côte-Rôtie in full glory, flaunting a poised and detailed expression of minerals, herbs, spice, savory elements and florality. The aromatics simply soar.

The Utter Beauty of Côte Rôtie: 2016 Gerard Côte Rôtie

Last weekend, we offered Gerard's 2017 St. Joseph Blanchard. As expected, it sold out in a few hours. Today, we turn to the 2016 Côte Rôtie.  It's Gerard's work in Côte Rôtie and Condrieu that represents the beating heart of the domaine.

Cote Rotie: Raw, Untamed, Beautiful - 2016 Levet Côte-Rôtie La Chavaroche

When it comes to unyieldingly honest and unapologetically traditional Côte-Rôtie, Levet's wines are without peer. Levet's Chavaroche has long been one of the smartest buys for your cellar, especially when it comes to steadfastly traditional Northern Rhône wine.

Côte-Rôtie In Full Glory: 2016 Jamet Côte-Rôtie

Jamet's Côte-Rôties are long standing benchmarks of the Northern Rhône. We're going to keep this short. The heights that their Côte-Rôties reach have few peers in the entire Northern Rhône.

The Perennial Overachiever Revisited:
2016 Jamet Collines Rhodaniennes IGP

In the Northern Rhône, 2016 is shaping up to be an absolutely beautiful vintage. For people who love classically styled vintages (think of 2010 and 2013), this will be an important vintage.

A Dream Brew
2015 Jean-Luc Jamet Côte-Rôtie Terrasses

Last week, we introduced the Côte-Rôtie of Jean-Luc Jamet. By the afternoon, we were sold out and allocating bottles. Today, we're happy to offer Jean-Luc Jamet's glorious 2015 Côte-Rôtie Terrasses. 

Jamet, The Next Chapter:
2013 & 2014 Jean-Luc Jamet Côte-Rôtie Terrasses

The Jamet family has long been the benchmark for traditional Côte-Rôtie. The heights that their Côte-Rôties reach have few peers in the entire Northern Rhône.

A Standard-Bearer In Prime Form
2015 Clusel-Roch Côte-Rôtie La Viallière

Clusel-Roch has long served as a standard-bearer for Côte-Rôtie. For decades, Clusel-Roch shocked people with their level of sophistication and expertly rendered terroir expression.

"If you want the truest of Côte-Rôties... "
2015 Levet Côte Rôtie La Chavaroche

Levet's Chavaroche is unapologetically raw, stunningly pure and beautiful. These are some of the most unique and exciting Côte Rôties around. They combine wildness with a breeding that's incredible.

"A striking combination of power and finesse" -Josh Raynolds, Vinous Media
2014 Jamet Cote-Rotie Half-Bottles

Jamet’s Côte-Rôtie hits a level of gracefulness and agility that’s reminiscent of Burgundy. Jamet's 2014 Côte-Rôtie is a striking example. It boasts an incredible amount of finesse, clarity and textural appeal.