2017 Domaine Vincent Paris Crozes Hermitage

Totally opaque black dark red core with a bright dark red hue. Meaty graphite and black olive like aromas overlay spiced cherries with earth, dried herb and distinct pepper notes ensuing. Very elegant and refined palate with spicy dark cherry and subtle liquorice fruit infused with dried meats, graphite, smoky earth, black olives and blackpepper. Bright balanced acidity is complimented by polished tannins. Savoury medium to long aftertaste.
Drink over the next 5-6 years
Alc. 13%

Crozes Hermitage comes from vines of average 30 years of age, planted on alluvial soils of the Rhone appellation. The ground is covered with pebbles that accumulate heat during the day which preserves well during the cool nights. The 100% Syrah vines are cultivated sustainably to limit any potential spraying. Leaf plucking and green harvest to reduce the yields (average 35 Hl/Ha) improve the aromatic intensity of the grapes.
The grapes are de-stemmed 100%. The Tanks are pumped over morning and evening, with temperature control to obtain a fruitier wine. Vinification lasts 3 weeks. The wine aged is 50% in vats, 50% in used barrels for 9 months before bottling.
This wine is beautifully fleshy and juicy, showing red fruit flavours accompanied by spicy notes and a hint of savoury black olive. To fully enjoy this wines’ vibrancy drink in its youth.
Notes by Importer, Red + White.