The 2015 Delas Côte-Rôtie La Landonne Magnum (1500ml) is a powerful and age-worthy northern Rhône Syrah sourced from the prestigious La Landonne vineyard in Côte-Rôtie, France. Produced by the historic Delas Frères house, this single-vineyard cuvée comes from steep schist-rich slopes in the Côte Brune sector, an area renowned for producing deeply structured and mineral-driven wines with exceptional longevity. The warm and concentrated 2015 vintage delivered richness and ripe tannin maturity while retaining freshness and balance. The magnum format supports slower, more even bottle development, preserving aromatic precision and enhancing long-term complexity. The nose is layered and expressive, revealing aromas of blackberry, cassis and black cherry alongside violet, cracked pepper, smoked meat and graphite-like mineral notes.
On the palate, it is full-bodied with dense yet refined tannins and vibrant acidity that provide structure and persistence. Flavours of dark berry fruits, plum skin and black olive unfold alongside savoury notes of liquorice, spice, leather and subtle smoky oak influence developed through careful maturation. The schist-rich soils of La Landonne contribute notable mineral tension and depth, while the Syrah grape delivers the classic floral lift and savoury complexity associated with top Côte-Rôtie. Despite its concentration, the wine remains balanced and focused, leading into a long, dry finish with lingering dark fruit, pepper and earthy mineral nuances. The magnum format further enhances freshness and ageing capacity, allowing the wine to evolve gradually over time.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is an outstanding large-format Côte-Rôtie for collectors and customers seeking a cellar-worthy northern Rhône Syrah with depth, structure and exceptional vineyard pedigree. The 2015 vintage combines richness and power with strong balance, and the magnum format will support graceful development over the next 15–20 years. Best served slightly below room temperature with roast lamb, venison, slow-cooked beef, game dishes or aged hard cheeses.
