Stéphane Montez : Côte-Rôtie Fortis, Saint-Joseph Cuvée du Papy, Hauts du Monteillet x2, Syrah à - Saint-Joseph, Côte Rotie, Rhône - 6 Bottles (0.75L)

The Domaine du Monteillet, renowned in the Rhône Valley for its elegant and balanced wines, emphasizes traditional viticulture and careful vinification in order to reveal the typical characteristics of its terroirs.
Located in the northern Rhône, the vineyard benefits from a Mediterranean climate with continental influences and clay-limestone soils that are ideal for Syrah. Sustainable vine cultivation guarantees high-quality grapes in every vintage.

1) Côte-Rôtie Fortis 2023 :
The Côte-Rôtie Fortis stands out with its beautiful deep red color and purple highlights. It reveals aromas of black fruits, spices, and pepper. On the palate, it is supple, rich, and well-balanced, with a long and harmonious finish. Praised by the magazine Vins de France, it seduces with its elegance and good aging potential. This wine is a blend of 95% Syrah and 5% Viognier.
Food and wine pairings: Côte-Rôtie Fortis pairs perfectly with grilled or sauced red meats, game, spicy dishes, and mature cheeses.

2) Saint-Joseph Cuvée du Papy 2023 :
The Saint-Joseph Cuvée du Papy 2023 stands out with its deep, brilliant red color. It reveals aromas of ripe red and black fruits, pepper, and fine spices, with subtle floral notes. On the palate, it is silky, structured, and well-balanced, with a long, elegant finish. This wine seduces with its refinement and aging potential. It is made from 100% Syrah grapes.
Food and wine pairings: Saint-Joseph Cuvée du Papy is the perfect accompaniment to grilled or sauced red meats, game, duck, and mature cheeses.

3) Les Hauts du Monteillet 2023 (x2) :
Montez les Hauts du Monteillet stands out for its deep, intense ruby-red color. The nose is expressive and refined, revealing aromas of ripe black fruits such as blackberry and black cherry, complemented by peppery notes, gentle spices, and hints of violet. Subtle nuances of garrigue and mineral notes add complexity and depth.
On the palate, the wine is powerful yet harmonious, with a silky texture and well-structured tannins. The balance between fruit concentration, freshness, and finesse is remarkable, leading to a long, elegant, and persistent finish. This cuvée impresses with both its precision and its excellent aging potential. It is made from 100% Syrah grapes.
Food and wine pairings: Montez les Hauts du Monteillet pairs beautifully with grilled red meats, lamb, game dishes, duck, and aged cheeses, as well as slow-cooked dishes with rich, savory sauces.

4) Syrah à Papa 2024 (x2) :
The Syrah à Papa stands out with its deep, dark ruby-red color. It reveals intense aromas of blackcurrant and ripe red fruits, complemented by notes of violet, pepper, nutmeg, licorice, and vanilla.
On the palate, it is elegant, long, and beautifully structured, with silky, well-integrated tannins and a persistent finish.
This wine seduces with its balance, complexity, and remarkable aging potential. It is made from 100% old-vine Syrah grapes grown on granitic soils.
Food and wine pairings: Syrah à Papa is the perfect accompaniment to game dishes such as hare à la royale, grilled or roasted red meats, sautéed lamb with peas, and mature goat cheeses.