2018 Domaine Marc Sorrel, Les Roucoules - Hermitage - 1 Bottle (0.75L)

Domaine Marc Sorrel Hermitage "Les Rocoules" 2018

96-98/100
The Wine Advocate
"A blend of 90% Marsanne and 10% Roussanne, Sorrel's 2018 Hermitage Blanc Les Rocoules is a huge, honeyed, rich effort that should still be drinking well in 25 years. It's difficult to see the structure under all of the lush melon and pineapple fruit, but it's there, emerging on the finish to show incredible length and freshness. It's a true legend in the making."

Les Rocoules » 2018 of Domaine Marc Sorrel Hermitage is a blend of 90% Marsanne and 10% Roussanne. The Domaine has a total of 2.5 hectares of vineyards planted in the Hermitage. With "Les Murets" this hillside "Les Rocoules" consists of 25% limestone, it is the most complete terroir of the Hermitage. Constant sunshine during the day, the soils are made of limestone with iron oxides. The vines are about 50 years old. Fermentation is carried out for 8 to 10 weeks with partial aging on fine lees.

The dress is pale yellow with golden reflections. Fresh and gourmet, the nose reveals notes of fresh citrus, melon, pineapple and juicy pears accompanied by honeyed and brioche notes. The mouth has a creamy texture, a rich body and a striking minerality. This nectar offers a beautiful balance between fat and acidity with a dazzling finish on the vine peach. Long and tasty, the final says a lot about the storage potential of this bottle, between 15 and 25 years old!