Jean-Michel Gerin, Cote Rotie Champin Seigneur other_regions_italy The 1996 Branaire-Ducru is a

The 1996 Branaire-Ducru is a delightful vintage and represents the pinnacle of that decade

Finishes with ripe

floral and tea

This hedonistic Syrah could use another 5+ years in bottle to unwind and will be long-lived in the cellar

Jean-Michel Gerin, Cote Rotie Champin Seigneur other_regions_italy The 1996 Branaire-Ducru is a(includes roughly 10% viognier), Bright purple. Aromas of candied dark fruits, cola and woodsmoke, with a spicy overtone. Brighter red fruits appear on the palate, which offers an array of spicy berry flavors, seamless texture and very good energy. Finishes spicy and sweet, with a late note of violet and excellent focus. Josh Raynolds