Possessing additional richness and depth, with pretty floral, pepper, damp earth and sweet berry fruit, the 2011 Cote Rotie Fleur de Montlys is also forward, seamless and elegant on the palate, with mid-weight aromas and flavors. Nevertheless, there’s some class here, as well as impressive length on the finish. Enjoy it over the coming 5-8 years as well. A former accountant, Christophe Semaska makes these solid efforts. Importer: Grape Expectations, Richmond CA

The top cuvee, the 2010 Cote Rotie La Fleur de Montlys is outrageously complex with sumptuous notes of flowers, raspberries, pen ink, graphite, licorice and Christmas fruitcake, a terrific texture, a full-bodied mouthfeel and not a hard edge to be found. This is the haut couture of Cote Rotie. It should drink beautifully for 10-15 years. The finest wines I have tasted from this estate in many years, these two 2010s are classic examples of Cote Roties. No known American importer.