Les Varonniers 2022
Rhône Valley - Crozes-Ermitage

Cotations
Dégustation
Oeil :
deep garnet red.
Nez :
very ripe red fruits, blackcurrant and raspberry, then liquorice.
Bouche :
ample and solid, vanilla and jam final. According to the vintage, the wine can be kept from 30 to 60 years, indeed from 50 to 75 years.
Les conseils du Sommelier :
A lovely freshness in direct contrast with the wine’s darkness and depth, exceptional concentration.
Food and wine pairing : All meats and poultry Cooked pork meats All cheeses
Cépage(s) :
100% Syrah.
Vendanges :
Manual harvesting at optimal ripeness.
Sol :
South-west facing granite slopes at the end of the hill of Hermitage (Tournon granite) and alluvial terraces of Chassis.
Vinification :
Vinification in small concrete tanks after destemming. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts and moderate use of sulfur. Maceration for 3 to 4 weeks.
Elevage :
Completely in barrels and small casks for a duration of about 18 months with 15% of new barrels.
Degré d’alcool :
12.5