Domaine de l’Odylée « La Tempétueuse » 2022 – Côtes du Rhône

(organic, predominance of Syrah): The wine has a deep ruby ​​color, with slight purple reflections. The nose is restrained at first – the wine requires aeration. After aeration, we find a beautiful density on the nose, depth and complexity, a concentrated fruity material and a distinct but integrated spicy side. It expresses the aromas of morello cherry, blackcurrant, black plum, bird cherry (in the background), as well as a hint of ripe strawberry and juicy raspberry, associated with notes of licorice, cumin, clove, vanilla and a touch of dark chocolate, refreshed by the aromas of mint, violet and rosemary. The mouth is juicy and quite ample, but fresh, chiseled and tangy at the same time. It expresses notes of tart red cherry, blackcurrant, bird cherry, morello cherry, tart raspberry and crunchy strawberry, combined with herbaceous hints of rosemary and dried mint, as well as an integrated spiciness (liquorice, cumin, nutmeg). The finish is tasty, persistent, lively, tangy, slightly bitter (cocoa, toasted). The tannins are structured, a little tight, but balanced by a fruity material.