So much juicy juicy goodness. Incredibly chuggable given its soft fruit and refreshingly brisk tannin. A more shouldered and deeply structured Crozes in some ways. Still not convinced that one should ever age a D&R syrah, so much life and deliciousness when young. Caught this a stage where some tertiary development was occurring, but a slightly progressed hue makes me think it would be difficult to keep alive for years on. Cherry Herring, Chambord, any berry/cherry liquor you can think of, Creme de Violette, Lavender oil, candied black olives, bacon fat, star anise, cinnamon, talcum, some slightly sweaty/meaty notes from a touch of VA, adds to meaty savory quality well. Performing well over hours of drinking.
So much juicy juicy goodness. Incredibly chuggable given its soft fruit and refreshingly brisk tannin. A more shouldered and deeply structured Crozes in some ways. Still not convinced that one should ever age a D&R syrah, so much life and deliciousness when young. Caught this a stage where some tertiary development was occurring, but a slightly progressed hue makes me think it would be difficult to keep alive for years on. Cherry Herring, Chambord, any berry/cherry liquor you can think of, Creme de Violette, Lavender oil, candied black olives, bacon fat, star anise, cinnamon, talcum, some slightly sweaty/meaty notes from a touch of VA, adds to meaty savory quality well. Performing well over hours of drinking.
Jun 26th, 2021
A lovely mid-weight, herbal, meaty and spicy little number. The jovial side of Hermitage if ever there was one - 2014 from magnum.
A lovely mid-weight, herbal, meaty and spicy little number. The jovial side of Hermitage if ever there was one - 2014 from magnum.
Jan 9th, 2019
Cherries, meats and smoke. Amazed at how these wines are so approachable at a young age.
Cherries, meats and smoke. Amazed at how these wines are so approachable at a young age.
May 27th, 2018
So pure. Surprisingly clean. Just a pure expression of Rhone Syrah, unclouded by anything.
So pure. Surprisingly clean. Just a pure expression of Rhone Syrah, unclouded by anything.
May 3rd, 2017
Alex Jones 
Marketing/Development Kunni/Westerly Wines
8.9
Richer and more robust fruit than expected. Meaty with pork belly, currant, wild blackberry and green bell pepper in the finish.
Richer and more robust fruit than expected. Meaty with pork belly, currant, wild blackberry and green bell pepper in the finish.
Jan 17th, 2017
Hermitage, Northern Rhône, Rhône, France
