Crozes Hermitage rouge, Georges AOP 2022

Wine description for Crozes Hermitage rouge Georges AOP 2022 by Les Bruyères

Colour & Appearance

Deep, saturated purple – a wine that doesn’t hide its origins even in the glass.

Nose

The nose is a masterclass in Northern Rhône Syrah: elderflower, blackberry and plum form the dark fruit foundation, underpinned by black olive tapenade, bresaola and a hint of aged game. These are joined by pepper, mocha, garrigue, clove and an intoxicating florality of violet and rose. Complex, multi-layered and unmistakably northern.

Palate

On the palate, a Syrah of remarkable balance unfolds: substance and freshness go hand in hand, carried by a clear, vibrant acidity and pronounced minerality. The tannins are elegant and supple, the fruit – dark, red, meaty, juicy – is threaded through with an earthy, wild note. Warmth and coolness, meatiness and stoniness, pepper and florality: this wine holds everything in balance without ever losing control.

Finish

Long, spicy and with persistent mineral freshness. The pepper lingers, the fruit echoes on – a finish that invites contemplation.

Terroir & Origin

The grapes come from clayey limestone terraces in Beaumont-Monteux, one of the most characterful vineyard sites in Crozes-Hermitage. The vines are between 30 and 40 years old – old enough to give the wine depth and concentration.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Syrah, vinified with the respect this variety deserves: destemmed, then spontaneous fermentation with around a month of maceration time and pigeage, followed by slow pressing with a vertical press. The wine was aged for 12 months in equal parts amphora, ovoïd, barrique and fuder – a clever ensemble that combines freshness, texture and subtle oak spice.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Ideal with braised lamb, wild boar ragout or a classic Bœuf bourguignon. Also an excellent choice with aged hard cheese or a board of charcuterie and olive tapenade.

Special Features

A wine that demonstrates what Crozes-Hermitage can achieve when terroir, grape variety and craftsmanship come together. Not a show-off wine – an honest, characterful Syrah with genuine depth and long-term potential.