DROP #11: 2021 Christophe Billon Côte-Rôtie ‘Côte Rozier’

🍷 DROP #11: 2021 Christophe Billon Côte-Rôtie ‘Côte Rozier’ (Northern Rhône, France)

AKA: The velvet hammer from Syrah’s sacred hill.

This isn’t just Syrah — this is Syrah from Côte-Rôtie, the Beyoncé of Rhône appellations. Christophe Billon keeps things old-school and soulful, and the Côte Rozier parcel? It’s pure magic: steep slopes, schist soils, and a reputation for finesse over flash.

👃 Smells like: Black cherries, violets, crushed rocks, smoked bacon, and a sprinkle of white pepper.
👅 Tastes like: Silky red fruit, olive tapenade, gamey spice, and a long, mineral finish that just keeps whispering “another sip.”
📅 Drink window: Youthful now, but age it 10+ years if you’ve got the patience. (No judgment if you don’t.)

Why it made the Drop:
Because this is serious Syrah for people who want elegance over brawn. Côte-Rôtie might be the region — but this bottle is the moment.

🍗 Pair it with: Duck breast, charcuterie, roast lamb, or a playlist with some Miles Davis.