Blended with 5% Viognier and all from the southern part of the appellation (Maison Rouge, Lancement, Bassenon), the 2022 Côte Rôtie Blonde Du Seigneur brings another level of class and elegance over the Saint Joseph, with ripe black raspberries, smoky bouquet garni, flowers, and hints of game. These carry to a medium to full-bodied Côte Rôtie that has a vibrant, lively mouthfeel, beautiful tannins, and nicely integrated acidity. It's one classic Côte Rôtie that will evolve for two decades.