Domaine G&J Bott - Cote-Rotie Red 2021
Rhone Valley
Cote-Rotie
Syrah
Organic
2021
Red
Tasting Notes & Ratings
Grape
100% Syrah
Tasting notes
The 2021 Domaine Graeme & Julie Bott Côte-Rôtie is an elegant and vibrant expression of Northern Rhône Syrah, shaped by the cooler conditions of the 2021 vintage.
In the glass, it reveals a deep ruby color with purple reflections. The nose is lifted and precise, offering aromas of blackberry, red currant, and violet, layered with hints of black pepper, smoked meat, and subtle graphite.
On the palate, the wine is focused and energetic, with a medium-bodied structure and fine, tightly knit tannins. Compared to warmer vintages, the profile is more restrained and “tightly coiled,” emphasizing freshness, precision, and mineral tension. The finish is long, savory, and refined, with lingering notes of dark fruit, spice, and iron-like minerality.
More About The Winery
Nestled in the Northern Rhône Valley, Domaine Graeme & Julie Bott has quickly become one of the region’s most exciting and dynamic producers. Established by husband-and-wife team Graeme Bott, originally from New Zealand, and Julie Bott, a native of the Rhône, the domaine has earned an impressive reputation in a remarkably short time.
From their first vintage in 2016, the Botts have gained critical acclaim for their precise, terroir-driven wines across Condrieu, Côte-Rôtie, Saint-Joseph, and Collines Rhodaniennes. With a deep respect for the land, they practice sustainable viticulture, working steep granite slopes by hand to craft wines of purity, finesse, and energy.
Their Viognier from Condrieu shows crystalline minerality and floral elegance, while their Syrah from Côte-Rôtie and Saint-Joseph delivers aromatic complexity, balance, and remarkable aging potential. The style is modern yet respectful of tradition — wines that capture both Northern Rhône authenticity and Bott family innovation.