Benjamin et David Duclaux 2022 Cote Rotie La Germine Cream Liqueurs Produced by the Rosales family

Produced by the Rosales family at the distinguished Destilería Cascahuín in El Arenal

sipping neat

grown on Günz-era Garonne gravel — hand-picked into small crates

and tradition in equal measure

jasmine tea

Benjamin et David Duclaux 2022 Cote Rotie La Germine Cream Liqueurs Produced by the Rosales familyElegant and expressive, this 2022 Cte Rtie from Duclaux showcases silky Syrah, floral lift, and smoky depth from the sun kissed slopes of La Germine. "A full bodied, generous, juicy version, offering luscious notes of blackberry preserves, with pink peppercorn, tobacco leaf and smoked apple wood accents. Polished tannins hold a firm grip, while fresh acidity keeps the ripeness balanced. Attractive, with good purity and a thread of smoke on the robust,