Notes:
ROBERT PARKER 'One of the brilliant efforts of the vintage, the 2005 Cote Rotie Les Grandes Places (about 7,000 bottles made) is rich, deep purple in color, with a stunning nose of crushed rocks, acacia flowers, blackberry and cassis as well as hints of roasted coffee and spice. The wine is generous, has enormous power, depth, and tannic structure but with everything in perfect harmony. This is a beauty to drink over the next 15 or so years.' Parker Score: 92-94/100.