Tasting Notes

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Vinous Josh Raynolds - 01 Mar 12
Saturated ruby. Black and blue fruit preserves, Indian spices and potpourri on the expressive, highly perfumed nose. Deeply pitched but lively, offering sappy boysenberry and cherry flavors braced by zesty minerality. Clings with excellent tenacity and clarity, repeating the floral note.
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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.