2024 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Syrah
Drinking Window 2026–2031
Classification Crozes-Hermitage AOP
Region Crozes-Hermitage
Soil Rolled pebbles and red clay
Sites Pont-de-l’Isère, Drôme; approximately two hectares
Fermentation Vessels Temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Barrel Size 600
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details Hand harvested at approximately 35 hl/ha; sorted in the vineyard and again at the cellar; fully destemmed; indigenous-yeast vinification with cold maceration in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks; pressed and matured for 12 months in 600-litre demi-muids; estate bottled. Recommended serving range is 14–16 °C. Face à Face was first produced in the 2023 vintage.
Tasting Notes Black fruit, olive, violet, red and black fruits, peppery spice, velvety tannins, fresh harmonious finish
Food Pairing Red meats, braised or stewed dishes, charcuterie
Vintages
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties Syrah
Drinking Window 2025–2040; suggested peak 2038
Classification Crozes-Hermitage
Region Crozes-Hermitage
Serving Temperature 16°C · 61°F
Production Details Inaugural vintage of Face à Face. The 2023 serving guidance recommends energetic decanting for 30–45 minutes when young.
Tasting Notes Floral, lightly peppery, supple and velvety Syrah
Food Pairing Olive-tapenade toast with smoked ham; wild-duck pie with Rouennaise sauce