Stephane Ogier - L'ame Soeur Syrah de Seyssuel 2011 (750ml)

Price: $89.99

Producer	Stephane Ogier
Country	France
Region	Rhone Valley
Subregion	Collines Rhodaniennes
Varietal	Syrah
Vintage	2011
Sku	7401

Stephane Ogier Description

The Ogier family has been rooted in Ampuis for seven generations. From the age of six, current owner and winemaker Stéphane knew he wanted to follow in his winemaker father’s footsteps. In 1997, after completing his oenological studies in Beaune, Stéphane formally joined the family estate. The domaine produces wines from 27 acres of vineyards in some of the most famous Côte-Rôtie areas, such as Lancement, Côte-Rozier, and La Viallière. Aside from his Côte-Rôtie wines, Stéphane also produces a Côtes du Rhône (Le Temps est Venu) and several Syrah wines (L’Ame Soeur, La Rosine). In 20 years, total production has grown from 15,000 to 300,000 bottles. Today, the wines have become a reference point for the appellation and are sought after by the greatest chefs and most serious wine lovers around the world.

Wine Advocate: 92 Points

Even better, and again, a superb value that competes with wines two to three time its price, the 2011 Syrah l’Ame Soeur IGP is comprised of 100% Syrah that comes from schist soils, north of Ampuis, that are very similar to what’s found in the northern part of Cote Rotie (although the schist in this more northern region is a lighter gold color). This region will most likely receive its own appellation in the near future. Elegant and finesse-driven, with hints of crushed flowers, olive, underbrush and copious red and black fruits, this medium to full-bodied beauty has fine tannin, a seamless texture and ample length on the finish. It can be consumed now, or cellared for upwards of a decade.

Vinous: 92 Points

Inky purple. Seductive cherry-cola and black raspberry aromas, with a bright mineral component adding vibrancy. Sappy, Expansive and suave, offering intense dark fruit liqueur flavors bolstered by juicy acidity. Behaves a lot like a ripe pinot noir, favoring finesse over power and finishing with excellent clarity and persistence. This appears to be an outstanding wine in the making.