Wine:

The 2020 Red Crozes-Hermitage Les Trois Chênes opens with a charming nose with aromas of violets, macerated black fruits, and a touch of black olive and grilled bacon. The palate is supple, with velvety tannins, and is full-bodied, juicy and rich, bringing together all the assets of a very delicate Syrah. It will evolve positively over 3 to 5 years. Rated 93/100 by our Selection Committee and 91-94/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, vinification in whole bunches, for 20% of the harvest, in wooden or concrete vats for 15 days, aged in half muids or barrels for about 15 months.

Color:

Dark purplish red with a beautiful shine.

Nose:

Bouquet of violets and macerated black fruits highlighted by a touch of black olive and grilled bacon.

Palate:

Full and rich, this wine with velvety tannins is of beautiful complexity, with a charming profile.

Temperature:

Serve between 16 and 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Red meat, grilled meat with Provence herbs, braised lamb chops.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2027

A solid pillar of the Northern Rhône region, Emmanuel Darnaud shapes wines of great delicacy, inspired by the work of Bernard Faury, his father-in-law and mentor. Concerned with extracting the delicacy of his terroirs in depth, he creates accomplished wines of great comfort, which are spearheads of their appellations.