when: friday 1/8 @ 6pm est or 3pm pacific
*brooklyn: orders sent by sunday will receive free shipping*
*manhattan: orders sent by monday will receive free shipping*
what: syrah from the northern rhone is a wine like none other. the aromatics range from black and purple fruits to scents that are reminiscent of smoked bacon fat. similarly, the palate possesses a mineral freshness juxtaposed with overtly savory characteristics. because of these seemingly opposite poles, these are wines that consistently beguile the senses.
crozes-hermitage is best known for wines that can be rather bulky, primarily because a majority of these vineyards are planted on relatively flat land, as opposed to on the slopes. however, one producer in particular has always been able to cull an aspect of finesse from this region--namely, alain graillot.
cornas, which is located just down river albeit on the opposite side, is arguably more prestigious in nature, though leaning toward the side of syrah that is wild. a handful of northern rhone legends are located here, crafting wines of impressive poise and ageability. vincent paris is one such producer and is fortunate enough to work with some of the best sites in cornas.
wines (shipping not included):
alain graillot crozes-hermitage 2018 $35.99
vincent paris cornas granit 30 2017 $34.99