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Crozes Hermitage

Crozes-Hermitage wine

If you're a wine enthusiast, you've probably already heard of the Crozes-Hermitage wine. Different from Hermitage, it has some very interesting assets. It's intoxicating, supple, light, elegant, low in acidity and pleasantly persistent. Here's everything you need to know about this beverage.

Description of the wine Crozes-Hermitage

Crozes-Hermitage is a highly prized beverage among brandy lovers. There are two varieties. Red and white. Each has its own specific characteristics.

Crozes-Hermitage red wine

Crozes-Hermitage red wine has an exquisite charm. Its purplish-red color is reminiscent of ripe burlat cherries. On the nose, delicate scents of red and black fruits and violets stand out.
Scents of undergrowth and spices such as cinnamon and licorice are also present. Over time, smoky, toasty aromas evolve into a complex bouquet of candied fruit and leather, with pronounced peppery notes. On the palate, Crozes-Hermitage red has a round, supple, fruit-driven tannic structure. It is less powerful than Hermitage, but has substance, reserve and elegance.

White Crozes-Hermitage

Unlike Crozes-Hermitage red wine, the white variety has a lighter color. It is golden yellow. Texture is oily, but balanced. The older it ages, the more balanced and long-lasting it becomes. This wine has little acidity and is much appreciated for its freshness.

Its aromatic bouquet is broad and intoxicating, just like that of red wine. It includes scents of white flowers (acacia, lime blossom, honeysuckle), dried fruit (almond, hazelnut), yellow and white fruit (peach, apricot, quince), sometimes with hints of honey or wax.

The origins of Crozes-Hermitage wine

Crozes-Hermitage wine comes from the Appellation d'Origine Française Contrôlée of the same name. 

The vineyards of Crozes-Hermitage vineyards covers 11 communes in the Drôme, all on the left bank of the Rhône: Crozes-Hermitage, Serves sur Rhône, Erôme, Gervans, Larnage, Tain-l'Hermitage, Mercurol, Chanos Cunon, La Roche de Glun, Beaumont-Monteux and Pont de l'Isère. It is one of the 15 crus in the Rhône Valley to have been awarded a local A.O.C. in 1937. The vineyards of Crozes-Hermitage is not as old as that of Hermitage, and has developed fairly recently in the southern part, which was once devoted to fruit growing. The vineyards cover an area of around 1,430 hectares, with an annual production of over 60,500 hectoliters, corresponding to an average yield of 42 hectoliters per hectare. Crozes-Hermitage is the largest vineyard of the northern appellations.

To the north, the terroir is planted on granitic slopes following on from those of Hermitage, while to the south, the soils are made up of fluvio-glacial alluvium and terraces of rolled Rhône pebbles or loess. The Crozes-Hermitage enjoys full southern exposure on the slopes and is swept by the Mistral wind.

Syrah is the main grape variety for red Crozes-Hermitage wines, complemented by up to 15% Marsanne or Roussanne. White wines are made from Marsanne and Roussanne. The appellation's top quality wines are made by M. Chapoutier, E. Guigal and Delas Frères. Guigal and Delas Frères. Other estates also offer Crozes-Hermitage wines wines, such as Tardieu-Laurent or Ferraton Père et Fils.
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Pierre-Jean Villa - Crozes-Hermitage Accroche cœur 2023

15,5/20 Jancis Robinson

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90/100 Decanter

(Vintage 2022 notes)
syrah
fruity
intensity

"The heart has its reasons that the palate ignores!"

As the vine grows, the leaves form, and the tips of the plant are punctuated with little tendrils resembling "hooks on hearts". Full of fruit, this Crozes-Hermitage is also intense and well-balanced. Enjoy it with a fine piece of beef. A lovely cuvée to discover!

Domaines Paul Jaboulet Aîné - Crozes Hermitage Domaine de Roure 2015

95/100 Vinous

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94+/100 Jeb Dunnuck

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94/100 Robert Parker

syrah
complex
mineral
velvety texture

"A mini-Hermitage, in a word: epic".

"Opaque ruby color. A complex, assertively perfumed bouquet of boysenberry, cherry liqueur, licorice and smoky mineral aromas that blossom in the air. The palate is marked by aromas of soft, dense black and blue fruits, spice cake and candied violet, with surprisingly graceful flavors thanks to juicy acidity. Velvety tannins form a broad, smoky finish that combines with superb floral persistence." (Vinous 2018)

Domaine Combier - Crozes-Hermitage Cap Nord blanc 2022

92/100 James Suckling

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92/100 RVF

smooth
beautiful finish
rarity

"Finesse, roundness and complexity are the watchwords of Crozes blanc".

"A tasty, aromatic and precise blend of 50% Marsanne and 50% Roussanne. The nose shows notes of white peaches, dried lemons, white flowers and a hint of verbena. Medium-bodied, it has a delicious, succulent character on the palate. Textured and herbaceous, with a refreshing finish." (James Suckling 2024) - First vintage of this cuvée in white - Limited quantities

Domaine Combier - Crozes-Hermitage Cap Nord rouge 2022

17+/20 Jancis Robinson

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93/100 Decanter

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92/100 James Suckling

syrah
finesse
long-keeping wine
plot

"A Great Crozes

"A velvety, round, juicy and generously fruity red. The nose is marked by black cherry, black plum and sweet spices. Medium-bodied, with creamy tannins. Round and silky, with volume on the palate and a generous fruitiness on the finish." (James Suckling 2024) - Limited quantities

Domaine Combier - Crozes-Hermitage Clos des Grives rouge 2022

95/100 RVF

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95/100 James Suckling

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17/20 Jancis Robinson

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93/100 Decanter

syrah
spicy
velvety texture
haute couture

"An outstanding Crozes-Hermitage!

"A refined, floral, seductive and extremely agile Syrah with notes of black cherry, blueberry, bacon and peppercorns. Medium-bodied, with fine-grained tannins. The palate is elegant, pure and charming, with a transparent character. The violet core brings freshness and brightness to the center, with a harmonious framework of fine tannins challenged by the right amount of black pepper. Long, vibrant finish." (James Suckling 2024) - Limited quantities

Domaine Combier - Crozes-Hermitage Clos des Grives blanc 2022

93/100 RVF

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93/100 James Suckling

roussanne
bittersweet
large class

"A simply delicious wine!

"Le Clos des Grives is quite simply one of the appellation's finest whites, with a lovely fatness, yellow fruit notes, but a finish carried by fine, salivating bitters. Drink within five years". (Le Guide RVF 2025) - Very limited quantities

Domaine Combier - Crozes-Hermitage Cuvée Laurent rouge 2023

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4.4/5 (5 reviews)

91/100 James Suckling

syrah
fruity
crunchy

"The perfect blend of freshness and fruit!

"A juicy, crisp, transparent red with aromas of black cherry, violet, roasted meat and freshly ground black pepper. Medium-bodied with fine tannins. Bright and playful, with plenty of freshness and crispness. A very Syrah-like wine with a seductive finish." (James Suckling 2024)

Domaine Alain Graillot - Crozes-Hermitage rouge 2022

94/100 James Suckling

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93/100 RVF

freshness
finesse
exquisite
coq au vin

"A seductive Syrah!

"A textured, well-balanced and harmonious red that already has a great patina. The nose presents notes of black cherries, fresh plums, forest floor and warm spices. Medium-bodied with fine tannins. Dense and velvety, with a touch of pepper. Finishes juicy, lively and fresh." (James Suckling 2024)

Domaine Alain Graillot - Crozes-Hermitage blanc 2023

91/100 RVF

(Vintage 2022 notes)
marsanne
scallops with citrus fruit
inescapable
rarity

"He is the perfect embodiment of youth and freshness.

Produced from low yields, as is the case for all the estate's production, this Crozes-Hermitage opens with a pale yellow color, and a delicious lemony, honeyed nose with hints of pear and pineapple. Fresh and delicate, it shows great elegance. - Screw-cap - Very limited quantities.

Domaine Alain Graillot - Crozes-Hermitage La Guiraude 2022

95/100 RVF

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95/100 James Suckling

syrah
complex
rich
pretty bottle

"A great wine to cellar".

"A remarkable Crozes-Hermitage with drive, structure and texture. The nose reveals notes of blackcurrant, black cherry, redcurrant, violet and warm spices. Medium-bodied with fine tannins. Chalky and concentrated, with a juicy core of cherry mingling with violet. Lively and precise, with a serious, compact finish at this stage. It should reveal itself after 2026. (James Suckling 2024). - Very limited quantities.

Domaine des Remizières - Crozes Hermitage Cuvée Particulière rouge 2023

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4/5 (1 review)

16/20 Jancis Robinson

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91/100 James Suckling

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91/100 Jeb Dunnuck

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91/100 Vinous

(Vintage 2022 notes)
syrah
concentrate
Gem

"A Crozes-Hermitage with character that ticks all the right boxes!

Framed by notes of spices, licorice, cherries and black olives, this Crozes-Hermitage was aged in demi-muids. Full-bodied and supple on the palate, with an opulent, persistent finish. An aromatic, round Crozes-Hermitage that goes equally well with white and red meats.

Paul Jaboulet Aîné - Crozes Hermitage Les Jalets rouge 2021

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4.5/5 (2 reviews)

90/100 James Suckling

syrah
structured
finesse
red meat

"A Crozes-Hermitage just the way we like it!

"A juicy, supple, crisp red with lots of cherry, forest berry, smoke and black pepper notes. Slightly full-bodied and succulent, with crisp berry fruit throughout the silky finish. Enjoy now. (James Suckling 2023).

Domaines Paul Jaboulet Aîné - Crozes Hermitage Domaine de Thalabert 2021

93/100 James Suckling

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90/100 Jeb Dunnuck

syrah
great care
expressive

"Voluptuous, a perfect alliance of richness and balance".

"Lots of black and green pepper on the nose, along with hints of blackberry. Impressive concentration and supple, full tannins give it considerable power on the long, velvety, earthy finish. Excellent ageing potential, which is rare in this vintage". (James Suckling 2023)

Cave de Tain - Crozes-Hermitage Nobles Rives blanc 2022

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5/5 (1 review)

90/100 Jeb Dunnuck

elegant
citrus
new

"Of great nobility and at an affordable price!"

"Brilliant notes of citrus, crushed stone and mentholated herbs emerge from Crozes-Hermitage Nobles Rives Blanc 2022, a pure, medium-bodied, elegant Crozes-Hermitage. It's beautifully balanced, with lively but integrated acidity and a lovely finish." (Jeb Dunnuck 2024)

Paul Jaboulet Aîné - Crozes Hermitage Les Jalets blanc 2023

elegant
citrus
goat's cheese

"Never without its white Les Jalets!"

This cuvée comes from stony terraces of limestone origin, where small pebbles store heat during the day and release it at night. Ripeness is thus optimal, giving this white Crozes-Hemitage a beautiful aromatic intensity. The wine perfectly combines fullness, balance and freshness, with notes of lime blossom, candied citrus and yellow fruit. A great classic!