Michel Ogier, Cote Rotie Belle Helene Vintage:2013 There is plenty of muscle

There is plenty of muscle and a certain robust power and while the shaping tannins are dense they are also relatively fine

spices and graphite on the nose

(from 90+ year old vines in a parcel measuring

2011 seems to be more fruit forward

Michel Ogier, Cote Rotie Belle Helene Vintage:2013 There is plenty of muscleGlass staining ruby. Powerful, spice accented aromas of fresh black and blue fruits, candied violet, licorice and olive paste, along with a hint of exotic spices that builds steadily in the glass. Sweet, palate staining cassis, boysenberry, floral pastille and star anise flavors turn livelier with air. Impressively concentrated but surprisingly lively thanks to its spine of smoky minerality. Finishes sappy, seamless and impressively long, with