Yves Cuilleron Cote-Rotie Lieu-dit Bonnivieres 2020 (750ML)

96 VM / 92+ JD / 16.5 JR

Dark, shimmering magenta. Displays highly perfumed black and blue fruit aromas, along with hints of
vanilla, potpourri, olive and smoky minerals. Densely packed cherry, blueberry and fruitcake flavors
stretch out steadily with air while taking on a suggestion of exotic spices. The mineral note repeats firmly on the vibrant and impressively long finish, which is shaped by youthfully gripping tannins.-Josh Raynolds, Vinous Media

The 2020 Côte Rôtie Lieu-Dit Bonnivières is solid, with some old school-like juicy acidity and meatiness as well as medium to full-bodied richness and depth on the palate. Showing the riper style of the vintage, it has a complex, floral perfume that includes red and blue fruits as well as notes of sandalwood, leather, and violets. It's young and unevolved and needs 4-5 years of bottle age, but it's a beautiful wine.-Jeb Dunnuck

Tight but elegant with dark-fruit and cassis notes. Plenty of freshness so the expression is lifted as well. Firm and long on the finish. Everything decidedly in place.-James Lawther MW, JancisRobinson