Domaine Rousset Crozes-Hermitage Syrah 2023

Crafted on iconic Rhône Valley slopes since 1983

Terroir-Driven Excellence
Grown across Erôme’s limestone plateaus and Les Picaudières’ legendary granite slopes (45° incline), this Syrah embodies Crozes-Hermitage’s mineral intensity. The appellation’s metamorphic soils create wines with distinctive saline notes absent in valley-floor counterparts.

Artisanal Vinification
– Reds: 20% whole-cluster fermentation + indigenous yeast cultures develop structured tannins
– Whites: Zero malolactic fermentation preserves bright acidity in concrete vats
– Aging: 12 months in 30% new French oak (Allier) + neutral oak tanks

Palate Journey
Dark cherry & wild thyme aromas lead to a mid-palate explosion of black olive brine and graphite minerality. Silky tannins gain weight through aging while maintaining lifted violet accents from cool-climate growing conditions.

Food Pairing Powerhouse
• Heritage game (venison/partridge)
• Slow-braised oxtail bourguignon
• Aged Comté cheese with truffle honey
• Grilled portobello mushrooms

13% ABV | Vegan-friendly | Limited to 1,200 cases annually

Why This Stands Out
Unlike mass-produced Côtes du Rhône blends:
✓ Single-vineyard designate from Les Picaudières parcel
✓ No mechanical harvesting – all hand-picked at optimal phenolic ripeness
✓ Terroir authenticity certification through Institut des Vins du Rhône

Vintage subject to change based on harvest conditions