100% Syrah, made by the Cave de Tain, a leading producer in the northern Rhône and specialist of Crozes-Hermitage (producing 60%
of this appellation). Vines are 20 years old and planted on stony, granitic soils. Partially hand-picked depending on the plots with a
maximum yield of 45hl/ha. All grapes were destemmed, then vatted with temperature control for 8 - 15 days at 28°C with regular
pumping-over, pigeage and aerations. One-third of the blend was aged for 12 months in 400l French oak barrels. Winemaker Xavier
Frouin. Alc 12.5%, TA 3.74g/l, pH 3.58, RS 2.0g/l. Special Offer: £10.49 - £7.79, Save £25% from 25/05 to 21/06. Available from
Waitrose Wine Direct and 251 branches.

Light cherry on the nose. Quite a good taste. Nothing jumps out at you, but it’s smooth, pleasant and together.

24/05/11

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