Les Trois Chenes

2002 Crozes-Hermitage Red Blend

Emmanuel Darnaud Les Trois Chenes is a captivating red blend from the illustrious Crozes-Hermitage region, renowned for its ability to craft wines that truly reflect the terroir. This 2002 vintage impresses with its medium-bodied structure, showcasing a delightful balance of vibrant acidity that offers a refreshing lift. The fruit intensity is prominent, enveloping the palate with luscious flavors of dark berries and hints of spice, creating an inviting and full-flavored experience. Tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone to the wine, while the overall dryness adds to its sophisticated character. This wine is a splendid representation of its region, perfect for savoring on its own or pairing with a variety of hearty dishes.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Earth

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone 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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