The powerful, intense, complex 1989 Cote Rotie exhibits a beautiful bouquet of black raspberries, spices, olives, and a touch of new oak. It is pure velvet, with a rich, silky texture, soft tannin, low acidity, and an explosively rich, long finish. This beautifully made, elegantly rendered Cote Rotie is close to full maturity. It should drink well for the next 7-8 years. Last tasted 12/95.