Stephane Ogier La Rosine 2018

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.

Stéphane Ogier’s La Rosine 2018 offers an exceptional entry point into the world of Northern Rhône Syrah, often hailed as a “baby Côte-Rôtie” due to its proximity to the appellation and the meticulous care it receives. Sourced from the ripe 2018 vintage, this wine delivers classic notes of dark forest fruit, crushed violets, and savory black pepper. The wine showcases the producer’s masterful touch, providing immediate aromatic pleasure and a silky, medium body framed by approachable tannins, making it a perfect bottle to enjoy now while retaining the elegant complexity typical of the region.