2023 Domaine Jamet, Côtes-du-Rhône Rouge - 750ML

91–92 points — Early vintage assessments from Rhône-focused critics and trade tastings.

Produced by the revered Jamet family of Côte-Rôtie, this Côtes-du-Rhône Rouge delivers the estate’s signature northern Rhône character in a more immediate and approachable style. Sourced primarily from vineyards surrounding Ampuis and the greater Rhône corridor, the 2023 vintage captures the warmth and generosity of the season while retaining Jamet’s hallmark freshness and savory complexity.

Blend: Predominantly Syrah with a smaller portion of Grenache.

Tasting Notes: Expressive aromas of blackberry, red plum, and crushed violets lead into layers of black cherry, cracked pepper, smoked herbs, and subtle olive tapenade. The palate is supple and energetic, balancing ripe fruit with savory spice and a gentle mineral lift on the finish.

Structure: Medium-bodied, vibrant, and silky with refined tannins.

Drink Window: 2025–2033.

Decanting:
Young examples benefit from a brief 20–30 minute decant to allow the wine’s peppery aromatics and dark fruit to open fully. With a few years of bottle age, the wine will show beautifully with minimal aeration.

For those who admire Jamet’s Côte-Rôtie but seek a more immediate expression of the house style, the 2023 Côtes-du-Rhône Rouge offers exceptional value—combining Rhône authenticity, polished structure, and everyday versatility at the table.