2021 Pierre Gaillard Crozes-Hermitage, Rhône Valley, FranceABOUT THIS WINE Pierre Gaillards Crozes Hermitage is crafted from carefully selected Syrah grapes grown on the rocky, well drained soils that give the wine its hallmark minerality and vibrant character. The 2022 vintage showcases the unique terroir of Crozes Hermitage, with fermentation in stainless steel followed by aging in French oak barrels to retain freshness while adding complexity. This wine captures the essence of the northern Rhne, offering

the family‘s own history book details the early flowering of 1781 and the bumper grape harvest of 1784

At least 12 years of aging

Domaine de Courbissac is excellent value for money for the quality and purity of the wine

become the creative director of Josephinenhütte

specializing in Chardonnay-dominant Champagnes

this family-run estate has been a pioneer of organic viticulture since the 1980s

Bandol’s signature grape

It ages exclusively in medium-toast barriques from Allier for about 24 months

during which time the malolactic fermentation took place

They carefully examine each appellation/terroir and choose the barrel size for each that they feel is right

is meant to be

Grapes are carefully harvested and gently pressed before fermentation in stainless steel to preserve aromatic purity and freshness