Domaine Stéphane Ogier - Côtes du Rhône - Le Temps est Venu - Rouge - 2022

Wine:

Masterfully crafted by one of the greatest names in the Rhône, the 2022 red Côtes-du-Rhône Le Temps est Venu is a very accessible cuvée. The nose of bay leaf and black fruits, along with a juicy, spicy, and intensely fruity structure, fine and silky tannins, contribute to its digestible aspect. This is a wine typical of the region, minimally influenced by aging, and extremely enjoyable. An immediate pleasure! Rated 93/100 by the Committee.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, whole-bunch vinification in temperature-controlled concrete vats, indigenous yeasts, aged 10 months in concrete vats.

Color:

Intense, brilliant red.

Nose:

Fine and delicate, marked by black fruit aromas and fine notes of laurel.

Palate:

Fruity and juicy with full-bodied flavors, this cuvée offers immediate pleasure, with fine, silky tannins, digestible and finely spiced.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Beef carpaccio, Flemish-style carbonnade, chicken fajitas, pork filet mignon.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030.

Stéphane Ogier is capturing the spotlight by exploring the full spectrum of the Rhône's finest expressions. With top-tier terroirs, a keen approach to winemaking, and a passionate spirit, he brings to life the most exquisite Rhône wines, characterized by their clear intensity and succulent fruit, achieving remarkable complexity.

Thus, each cuvée embodies a commitment to excellence and high standards, from the simplest to the most sought-after crus.