2020 David Reynaud Domaine les Bruyeres Crozes-Hermitage
This estate always makes a terrific Crozes, and the 2020 vintage coming from 20-30 year old vines is no exception. Ripe and distinctive, this wine is rounded, medium-bodied, and beautifully balanced with loads of charm and appeal. Drink it now or over the coming 4-6 years.
Organic agriculture certified by Ecocert and in Biodynamics certified by Biodyvin. Hand-harvesting minimal interventon. Vinified in concrete vats. Aged 12 months on the fine lees in 50% 6-7 yr old barrels and 50% concrete vats.
- Tasting Notes Black plum, black cherry, roasted fig, violet, melted licorice, and ground peppercorn
- Variety Syrah
- Region France, Rhone Valley
- Volume 750 mL
- Alcohol Volume 12.5%
- Table Talk Crozes-Hermitage is the largest wine appellation in the northern Rhône -- the region is notable for producing wines that are fruity and bold, with a spicy aromas and velvety tannins.
Located in the heart of the Crozes Hermitage appellation, the Les Bruyères estate extends over more than 27 hectares of vines. There, in a soil made up of clay-limestone terraces, planted in land drained by the pebbles typical of the terroir, the Syrah is celebrated with multiple attentions and will give birth to the AOP Crozes Hermitage wine. Other grape varieties are also cultivated on the vineyard, such as Persan and Merlot for red wines, Marsanne, Roussanne, Mondeuse blanche and Viognier for white varietal wines, and finally Grenache for rosé.
David Reynaud is passionate and, even if he can talk for hours about his work and his wines, he presents himself first as a discreet man. Happy in the middle of the vines, focused in the vat room at blending time, in love with a job well done… But this nature lover is also a true epicurean who responds with joy to the call of a good table or a good vintage!
It is this alchemy between nature and flavors that David wishes to celebrate in his vintages, it is for this harmony that he is committed to organic farming and biodynamics, and it is undoubtedly a vocation to want to share his know-how. For the pleasure of all!
*Certified by ECOCERT in 2003 and by BIODYVIN in 2005.
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