2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Syrah
Drinking Window 10–15 years of cellar ageing
Region Crozes-Hermitage
Soil Deep alluvial terraces rich in rounded pebbles and clay
Fermentation Vessels Temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks; oak barrels for malolactic fermentation; stainless-steel vats for the final rest
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Production Volume 3,835 bottles
Bottles3,835
Production Details Clos Saint-George is a 2.5-hectare enclosed vineyard. The grapes were hand-harvested, destemmed and gravity-fed into temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks; parcels were vinified separately with gentle extraction through moderate pump-overs and punch-downs. Malolactic fermentation and the first 15 months of maturation took place in oak barrels, 30% new, followed by blending and a further six months in stainless steel.
Tasting Notes Intense red with garnet highlights; black cherry, blackcurrant, rose and peony; fresh attack, delicate structure, integrated tannins and subtle oak
Food Pairing Roast beef fillet, smoked duck breast, Provençal beef stew and sautéed mushrooms
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Syrah
Drinking Window Up to 25 years of cellar ageing
Region Crozes-Hermitage
Soil Deep alluvial terraces rich in rounded pebbles and clay
Orientation West-Facing
Fermentation Vessels Temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Oak Types Burgundian oak casks
Used Oak Only Yes
Production Volume 3,946 bottles
Bottles3,946
Production Details Producer specification: hand-harvested grapes were destemmed and gravity-fed into temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks; parcels were vinified separately with gentle pump-overs and punch-downs. Malolactic fermentation and 15 months of maturation took place in barrel, stated as 30% new oak, followed by blending and six additional months in stainless steel.
Tasting Notes Deep ruby with garnet highlights; stewed blackcurrant and blackberry, leather and game; delicate, broad and smooth palate with a very-ripe-black-cherry finish
2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Grape Varieties 100% Syrah
Region Crozes-Hermitage
Fermentation Vessels Traditional open-topped concrete tanks
Used Oak Only Yes
Production Details Hand-harvested grapes underwent a two-day low-temperature cold soak in open-topped concrete tanks, followed by fermentation at 28–30°C. Daily punch-downs and pump-overs continued for about 10 days, with total maceration of up to 20 days. Maturation lasted 14–16 months in barrels previously used for one to three years, with regular racking.
Tasting Notes Deep ruby with garnet tones; stewed cassis and blackberry, leather and game; balanced, suave and voluminous palate with a very-ripe-black-cherry finish
Food Pairing Grilled meats
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