Les Baties

2015 Crozes-Hermitage Red Blend

Jean-Baptiste Souillard Les Baties is a delightful red blend from the esteemed Crozes-Hermitage region, showcasing the exceptional qualities of the 2015 vintage. This wine presents a deep, alluring red color that hints at its richness. On the palate, it offers a full-bodied experience with vibrant acidity that refreshes the senses. The fruit intensity is pronounced, revealing a harmonious bouquet of dark fruits intertwined with subtle spice notes that add complexity and depth. Tannins are notably firm, providing structure and balance, making this wine an excellent companion to hearty dishes. The dryness of this blend enhances its elegant character, leaving a lingering, satisfying finish that invites you back for another sip. This captivating wine is a true expression of its terroir, representing the best of what Crozes-Hermitage has to offer.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Earth

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Crozes-Hermitage

The largest appellation in France's Northern Rhône sub-region, Crozes-Hermitage is famed for its sophisticated reds made exclusively from the Syrah grape. Sitting on the east bank of the Rhône River and covering more territory than its smaller neighbors, Crozes-Hermitage wines are quite diverse. Dark berry flavors with violet aromas are the typical style here, although wines from sunnier south- and west-facing slopes tend to have more dried herb and tobacco notes. As well as vineyard orientation, soils play a vital role in Crozes-Hermitage. These range from dense gravel to red clay and light sands, highlighting the importance of terroir on a wine's character. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestige of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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