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The world of wine is incredibly vast, even if your explorations are confined to maps and a glass. Due to my lack of formal education, I can often be surprised by something quite well-known that I am yet to learn about. Thus, when the offer to conduct a tasting of Côte-Rôtie, focusing on wines from Guigal, came up, I simply nodded, mentally trying to figure out how exactly these unfamiliar words are spelled - so that I could thoroughly read up on it at home later.
But as always, our walking encyclopedia, Maxim, swiftly provided us with context, sharing important details. Côte-Rôtie is the northernmost part of the Northern Rhône. It is literally a "roasted" slope, named for its long exposure to the sun and rocks that heat up and continue to emit warmth. In discussions about elegance, Zorick immediately dismissed the idea of adding Hermitage to the tasting, arguing that they are different styles and should not be mixed. It's easy to trust such knowledgeable professionals.
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