At a glance

Producer

Domaine René Rostaing

Region

Côte-Rôtie, Rhône, France

Grape variety

Syrah (100%)

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$350 - $450 per bottle

Tasting profile

Dense dark fruit (blackberry, blackcurrant), slate and pepper spice, smoked meat notes with firm tannins

Evolution: Fruit will become more integrated, tannins soften, and savory, floral, and mineral notes will emerge

At peak: Complex layered aromas of smoked meat, violets, graphite, and black plum with silky tannins and persistent finish

Structure

Acidity

Medium-plus acidity giving vibrant freshness and aging backbone

Tannins

Firm, well-coated, high concentration typical of La Landonne's power

Alcohol

Approximately 14.5% ABV

Aging potential

25-30+ years given vintage quality and producer reputation

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2049

Optimal window

2025 to 2052

Current status

Approaching early maturity with some youthful tannic structure remaining

Current condition

Still tight and concentrated; requires decanting or cellaring for best expression

La Landonne is among the most robust and long-lived Côte-Rôtie vineyards; combined with 2017's quality, this wine benefits from extended bottle aging to fully reveal its extraordinary complexity and finesse, justifying a long drinking window.

Food pairing

Ideal with rich roasted red meats (lamb, beef), game (venison), aged cheeses, and dishes featuring earthy mushrooms or black truffles

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To allow the wine’s powerful tannins and complex aromas to open up and soften before serving

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Minimal chemical pesticide use, focus on soil health, canopy management to reduce disease, limited irrigation

Domaine René Rostaing employs respectful vineyard practices emphasizing terroir expression and sustainability without official certification. Packaging is traditional glass bottles, moderately heavy. As a single terroir producer, local sourcing favors moderate carbon impact but international shipping raises footprint.