Tasting Notes

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Vinous Josh Raynolds - 01 Jan 08
(100% marsanne; a limited-production item representing a selection of the best lots from Rocoules) Greenish straw. Potent lemon, nectarine, botanical herbs and dried flowers on the nose, with an undercurrent of minerals. Firm and dry, with palate-staining citrus and pit fruit flavors, slow-building minerality and a late wallop of succulent herbs. Strikingly complex wine with note-worthy depth and persistence.
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Hermitage

Hermitage, a prestigious Northern Rhône appellation, is famed for its exceptional red and white wines. The reds, made primarily from Syrah, are known for their intense flavours of dark berries, black olives, spices, and smoky, meaty notes, with structured tannins and long finishes. The whites, mainly from Marsanne and Roussanne, offer richness with balanced acidity and flavours of honey, stone fruits, and nuts. Top producers like Domaine Jean-Louis Chave, E. Guigal, and Domaine Delas Frères are celebrated for showcasing Hermitage's unique terroir and quality.