At a glance

Producer

Domaine Stéphane Ogier

Region

Côte-Rôtie, Rhône, France

Grape variety

Syrah (98%), Viognier (2%)

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$65-$85

Tasting profile

Dark berry fruits, pepper spice, floral violets, subtle smoky minerality, and delicate Viognier aromatics.

Evolution: Develops more leather, forest floor, and truffle notes with age; tannins soften and wine gains complexity.

At peak: Complex interplay of dark fruit, earth, and spice with silky texture and vibrant acidity.

Structure

Acidity

Medium plus, refreshing backbone

Tannins

Medium to firm, polished

Alcohol

Approximately 13.5%

Aging potential

15+ years with proper cellaring

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2051

Optimal window

2024 to 2054

Current status

Approaching early maturity

Current condition

Youthful but showing good varietal character and structure

The 2019 vintage offers ripe, concentrated fruit with balanced acidity and tannin structure supporting a long maturation trajectory. The wine is starting to approach drinkability but will reach full complexity from 2027 onward, evolving with integrated secondary and tertiary notes over 10-15+ years. The Mon Village cuvée, sourced from selected vineyards in Côte-Rôtie, carries typical regional elegance and depth, justifying extended aging.

Food pairing

Roasted lamb with herbs, grilled game meats, mushroom risotto, aged hard cheeses like Comté or Manchego, and dishes with black pepper or smoked paprika.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1 hour) — To aerate and soften firm tannins, while allowing bouquet to open up.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Focus on soil health, limited chemical usage, low yields, manual harvesting, minimal irrigation.

Domaine Stéphane Ogier emphasizes sustainable farming with respect for terroir, reduced chemical inputs, and manual vineyard work. While not certified organic or biodynamic, their careful vineyard management supports ecosystem health and soil vitality. Transportation emissions are moderate due to export logistics, but the producer is known for using environmentally conscious methods. Overall, sustainability efforts are solid though not at pinnacle certification levels.