Deutz, Amour Deutz Vintage:2011 Living proof that fruit doesn’t

Living proof that fruit doesn’t always have to be the be all and end all of olfactory seduction

On the plus side there is good vibrancy and detail to the delicious middle weight flavors that possess slightly better fruit/tannin balance though the finish is noticeably warm

While this is presently not quite as complex or structured as the Fuées

Lots of toasty oak on the back end but this is in balance with the fruit that drives the palate

Rene Rostaing is one of the most masterful growers and bottlers of Cote Rotie

Deutz, Amour Deutz Vintage:2011 Living proof that fruit doesn’tAmour was created by Deutzs long standing managing director, Fabrice Rosset. It's a prestige blanc de blancs which is only made in the best years, so there was little surprise when Deutz produced an Amour from the highly acclaimed 2008 vintage. This really has it all, freshness, extract, power, balance and concentration. Already, the primary nose shows chamomile and iris, while the palate is crammed with white fruits, nougat, chamomile, candied fruit