Crozes Hermitage - 2023 Red

WINEMAKING

Vinification is natural and input-free. The grapes are destemmed, we only do pumpedover, which is a gentler way of extraction. Temperatures are also measured at 20-28°C maximum. Maceration lasts 3 to 4 weeks to obtain silky tannins. The wines then mature for 10 months in stainless steel tanks before bottling. 

DEGUSTATION

Colour : This wine has a delicate ruby/purple color. The texture is fine and the tears appear with subtlety.

Nose : The nose is open with great character. It is clean, fresh, fruity and aromatic; juicy cherry, blackberry, a touch of black pepper and some menthol notes. rich, around fresh blackcurrant, a hint of pepper and some licorice notes. 

Palate : The palate is greedy, fresh and full-bodied. The fruit appears right away, with fresh blackberry and spicy notes. The tannins are numerous and delicate. They give this wine a dense, deep, ripe character. The finish is long and well-balanced, marked by fruit and finesse.

PAIRING

The flesh of this wine calls for cuisine of taste and character; veal liver, well-seared and deglazed with a dash of raspberry vinegar, or a fine kidney apple. The fiber and juiciness of a nice slice of flank steak or onglet of beef will also echo its tannins. Tuna, prepared as tataki or even as sashimi, may also suit it; in this case, don't hesitate to serve it a few degrees lower (14-16°).

AGEING

 Drink now (decant) or within 10/15 years.

Many thanks to Christophe SANTOS, sommellerie teacher at the Lycée Hôtelier de l'Hermitage and his students.