The straightforward 2002 Hermitage exhibits scents of herbs, raspberries, and cherries, medium body, a steely mineral character, tart acidity, and a short finish.Perfumy, with violet, vanilla and lightly roasted coffee bean aromas giving way to a supple, elegant palate of dark cherry and plum followed by grilled herb and mineral on the finish. Impressive weight and texture for a 2002. Drink now through 2013. 7,000 cases made. -JM
- Betts & Scholl Hermitage Rouge 2005 750ml France Rhone Hermitage -
Average age of vines: 25 years old (some of Hermitage vines are now 80 years old) Soil: Around Pont de l'Isere, soil is formed from alluvial deposits of sand, gravel, rocks and stones. Despite being flat, it drains exceedingly well. Hermitage holdings are on hard granite slopes. With attractive red-berry aromas a deep ruby/purple colour and a palate of dark, plummy fruit, black-pepper, olives and moderate tannins, this is a forward drinking Syrah of great charm and value.
The straightforward 2002 Hermitage exhibits scents of herbs, raspberries, and cherries, medium body, a steely mineral character, tart acidity, and a short finish.Perfumy, with violet, vanilla and lightly roasted coffee bean aromas giving way to a supple, elegant palate of dark cherry and plum followed by grilled herb and mineral on the finish. Impressive weight and texture for a 2002. Drink now through 2013. 7,000 cases made. -JM
Paul Jaboulet Hermitage La Petite Chapelle Rouge Rating ST (90-93) $83.99 $104.99 "Dark purple. Rich bouquet of kirsch, cassis, dark chocolate, tobacco and printer's ink. Powerful and rich, with deep dark fruit flavors and a kick of smoked meat. A serious and brooding version of this wine, which is built for cellaring." RATING:
90-92 points Robert Parker : "[$65 list] The dark ruby/purple-hued 2004 Crozes-Hermitage Les Varonniers exhibits a smoky perfume of herbs, olives, black cherries, licorice, and subtle oak. Elegant and finesse-styled without the power and concentration of the 2003, it is a classic Crozes to enjoy over the next 10-12 years. (Feb 2006)" 91 points Josh Raynolds ( International Wine Cellar ) : "Medium red. Open-knit aromas of smoky raspberry and wild strawberry, with strong chocolate and black olive accents.
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- Domaine Remizieres Crozes Hermitage Rouge Cuvee Christophe 2005 750ml France Rhone Valley Crozes Hermitage -
color is a deep garnet red. nose is essentially fruity, with strong aromas of cassis and plums, and a touch of earth and spice. This is an ample, well-rounded wine that has sufficient tannins for ageing capacity. Games, grills and any kind of rich cuisines match well with this wine. Wine Spectator rating: 91.
GUIGAL HERMITAGE EX VOTO ROUGE 03 750ML $599.99 2003 E. Guigal Hermitage Ex-Voto Bright, full… 2003 E. Guigal Hermitage Ex-Voto Bright, full, saturated ruby. Explosive aromas of black raspberry, blackberry and licorice, with a suggestion of medicinal austerity. Then raw and primary but incredibly thick, with a richness verging on port-like. Almost too big for the mouth. Actually more of a fruit bomb on the nose today and altogether more serious on the palate. If the 2003 La Landonne is an essence of syrah,
Produced from a crop size that was 60% less than normal, the 2003 Hermitage Marquise de la Tourette exhibits an inky/ruby/purple color as well as scents of charcoal, licorice, creme de cassis, and crushed rocks. It is full-bodied, powerfully tannic, and rich with marvelous purity and length, and a surprisingly low 13.5% alcohol. It should drink well for 20+ years. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate #163 (Robert Parker, 02/01/2006) Rating: 95 Drink from: 2006-2026 return to top "Fresh and racy, with lots of red
Paul Jaboulet Hermitage La Chapelle Rouge Rating ST (92-95) $149.99 $199.99 "Dark ruby, almost opaque. Assertively fragrant nose combines pungent violet- and lavender-accented cassis, blueberry, cherry pit and graphite. Spicy dark fruit and mineral flavors shows an impressive sweetness that carries into the solidly tannic and very long finish. This boasts great depth and chewy texture, but the dominating impression today is of rich, powerful fruit" RATING:
Segries Cotes du Rhone Rouge Clos de l Hermitage 2005 [F0EE226027RRL] RATINGS: DESCRIPTION: Yield: 40 hl/ha / Age of the vines: 40 years. This 3.5 hectare vineyard, located in the famous “Quartier de la Chartreuse de Villeneuve -les -Avignon ” , has been owned by the Formula 1 race car driver Jean Alesi since 1995. It is managed by Château de Ségriès. The wine consists of 33% Grenache, 33%, Syrah and 33% Mourvèdre. Vinification: 21 days skin maceration in temperature controlled concrete vats, 9 months oak
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- Domaine Remizieres Crozes Hermitage Rouge Particuliere 2005 750ml France Rhone Valley Crozes Hermitage -
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