Domaine Faury, Côte-Rotie, Northern Rhône, France 2016 skincontact The flinty

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Light vanilla notes sway between sweet and savory

and a hint of butterscotch

exciting and sophisticated taste

Cointreau is at once intense and gentle

Domaine Faury, Côte-Rotie, Northern Rhône, France 2016 skincontact The flintyThese wines have always inspired fascination: powerful yet fresh and ethereal, they feature never ending aromas of eucalyptus, menthol, game, leather, violets, spice . . . an exotic, earthy bouquet expressed with subtlety and grace. Sadly, these prized bottles have dwindled with each cork pulled, as traditionalist vignerons on the unforgiving Roasted Slope have proven elusive. Domaine Faury represents a rare exception, and I envision this Cte Rtie