Crozes Hermitage Domaine Des Grands Chemins - Delas Freres 2021

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Format: 75 cl

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52,42 €

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Delas Freres' Crozes-Hermitage Domaine Des Grands Chemins is a superb expression of Syrah, coming from the largest appellation of the Hermitage appellation in the northern Rhône Valley. This wine is the result of the commitment and passion of the Delas Freres winery for the production of wines that faithfully reflect the terroir of origin, with particular attention to the quality of the grapes and respect for the environment.

Produced exclusively with Syrah grapes, the Crozes-Hermitage Domaine Des Grands Chemins reveals the typical structure and aromatic intensity of the vine, enriched by the particular composition of the soil of this area, which varies from river terraces rich in gravel to clayey areas, giving the wine a distinctive complexity and minerality.

Visually, the wine presents itself with a deep and inviting ruby red color. On the nose, it offers a rich bouquet of aromas, dominated by notes of ripe black fruits, such as blackberries and cassis, together with spicy nuances of black pepper, vanilla and a light touch of aromatic herbs, which give depth and complexity to the olfactory profile.

In the mouth, Domaine Des Grands Chemins stands out for its balanced and round structure, with soft and well-integrated tannins that support a full body and a rich palate. The lively acidity of Syrah combines perfectly with black fruit flavors and spicy notes, leading to a long and persistent finish, characterized by a pleasant freshness and subtle minerality.

This Crozes-Hermitage is a wine that best expresses the potential of Syrah in terms of elegance and drinkability, making it ideal to be appreciated both at a young age and after a few years of refinement in the bottle. It pairs beautifully with rich, flavorful dishes, such as grilled red meats, stews and mature cheeses.

The production of Crozes-Hermitage Domaine Des Grands Chemins is a testament to Delas Freres' skill in creating wines that are a tribute to the richness and diversity of the Rhône Valley terroir, offering wine lovers a profound and memorable tasting experience.

The winery

Delas Frères – Winery in Vallée du Rhône (Rodano settentrionale)

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A Northern Rhône maison that combines wines from its estate vineyards with wines sourced from partner growers; known for its Syrah-based cuvées and its parcel-based approach to the appellations of the Upper Rhône.

Region: Vallée du Rhône (Rodano settentrionale)

Country: Francia

Founded: 1835

Grapes: Syrah, Marsanne, Roussanne, Viognier, Merlot

Estate-owned vineyards concentrated in the Upper Rhône. Parcel-based approach with single-vineyard labels such as Les Bessards, Le Clos and Clos Boucher. Specializing in Syrah for Northern Rhône reds; Viognier for Condrieu; and white blends based on Marsanne and Roussanne. Historic house with roots dating back to 1835 and a quality revival beginning in the 1990s. Winemaking and aging aimed at preserving terroir expression.

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Winery history

Founded as a trading business in the 19th century, the house has documented roots dating back to 1835. Throughout the 20th century the family expanded the business and the company adopted the name Delas Frères. More recently it was acquired by the Rouzaud group and underwent a revitalization: in the 1990s technical and agronomic investments were strengthened, the estate progressively expanded its vineyard holdings and, after renovation work and new acquisitions, opened modern winemaking facilities in Tain-l’Hermitage between 2015 and 2019.

Production philosophy

Enhancing the territory and individual parcels, putting people and vineyard management at the center of the work. The estate adopts an "own sourcing" approach and favors winemaking practices that respect the expression of the terroir: parcel-by-parcel vinification, predominant use of destemmed grapes, cold macerations, extended lees contact, and reduced interventions such as fining or filtration on the top cuvées.

Terroir and vineyards

Operates mainly in the Northern Rhône with its own vineyards and single‑parcel wines. The maison also works with parcels and partners to produce typical AOCs such as Condrieu, Côte‑Rôtie and Cornas, and offers Southern Rhône wines through purchases/contracts.

Awards and recognitions

Individual high-end cuvées have received high scores and accolades from critics and specialist publications; the most prestigious bottlings are frequently rated highly in tasting notes.