Domaine Combier Crozes-Hermitage "Clos des Grives" 2017This Crozes Hermitage has a deep ruby color with aromas of dark fruit, black pepper, and a hint of smoke. On the palate, it is full bodied with flavors of black cherry, blackberry, and licorice. The tannins are firm and grippy, and the wine has a long, complex finish with a touch of minerality. Country Region: France, Rhne Valley Appellation: Crozes Hermitage AOC Grape Variety: 100% Syrah Bottle Size: 750ml Ratings: JD 94, RP 93 Best served at 16 18C

finely grained tannins and bags of freshness

succulent and solidly dense middle weight flavors possess good volume and verve before concluding in a dusty

Pungent aromas of reduction and wood introduce even bigger and richer broad-shouldered flavors that possess a wonderfully textured

The palate is warm and reveals fine and tight tannins with peppery notes

all wrapped in a robust and powerful if slightly rustic finish

quite intense on the entry and yet without that long sustain on the finish

There is excellent power

slowly unfurling to reveal notes of crushed blackcurrants

cedar and a hint of licorice

This is a property that opened a new chapter in 2013

There is a touch of mint infusing the fruit here

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