Tasting Notes

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Vinous Josh Raynolds - 01 Sep 19
Inky ruby. Deep-pitched dark berry, licorice, smoked meat and incense aromas are complemented by building spice and olive notes. Sappy and impressively concentrated, offering bitter cherry, blueberry, fruitcake and espresso flavors supported by a spine of juicy acidity. A suave floral nuance comes up on an impressively long, smoke-tinged finish framed by smooth tannins. Fermented in concrete tanks and aged in new and used demi-muids.
Drinking Date: 2024 - 2033

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.