DOMAINE LEVET

2004 VINTAGE

COTE ROTIE “LES JOURNARIES”

It is a particular pleasure to present a new cuvée from Bernard, Nicole, and Agnes Levet. This wonderful family has provided us with the breathtaking Cote Rotie “La Chavaroche” since the 1983 vintage. The Levets have always vinified two other cuvées that we have enjoyed tasting during our time together in the cellars; now that Agnes, Bernard and Nicole’s daughter, has joined the domaine, one of these additional wines will now be available. The Cote Rotie “Les Journaries” is a wonderful counterpoint to the “Chavaroche”. Drawn primarily from the Levet’s holding in the “La Landonne” vineyard, this wine shares some of the slightly “sauvage” character that marks the “Chavaroche” but it has a romantic side that makes it a more gentle companion. The tannins are a bit less ferocious; there is silk to its texture; and, there is a bountiful wild berry fruit that is accessible and charming. We are delighted to be able to expand our offerings from this gem of an estate.