This 2019 Moulin à Vent from Domaine Richard Rottiers is a lovely success. The wine is rich, fruity, and full of smoothness and finesse. It’s a superb introduction to the wines of Domaine Rottiers and can be enjoyed for up to five years.The Richard Rottiers estate was founded in 2007 when the owner took over a 3.15-hectare vineyard with vines ranging from 40 to 80 years old; the decision was made to experiment with environmentally innovative production methods. The goal of the Domaine des Rottiers is to transition the vineyard to organic farming by 2014, producing wines that reflect the unique terroir of Moulin à Vent.The Domaine des Rottiers is one of the finest estates in the Moulin à Vent AOC. The wines of the Domaine des Rottiers are often compared to those of Chambolle-Musigny for their elegance and femininity.Soil management, the estate’s conversion to organic farming since 2012, and meticulous winemaking allow Domaine Richard Rottiers to produce some of the finest wines in the Beaujolais region. Their finest vintages can be aged for up to 10 years. The estate cuvée features a very smooth texture and vibrant fruit. A superb bottle to enjoy over the next 4–5 years.The “Dernier Souffle” cuvée from the Richard Rottiers Estate comes from a plot located behind a cemetery. This cuvée is slightly more structured and deeper than the estate cuvée. It is best enjoyed over the next 5–7 years.Finally, the “Champ de Cour” cuvée is the estate’s premier aging wine. Complex, structured, and powerful, this great aging wine reaches its full potential after 7 to 10 years in the cellar.
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