Combier, Crozes-Hermitage Clos Grives other_regions_australia fine tannins and a fresh

fine tannins and a fresh

33 ha parcel of 50+ year old vines)

even brooding though with coaxing reveals remarkably complex aromas of a simply incredible panoply of black fruits

with a dry end

Tasted at the domaine in April 2024

Combier, Crozes-Hermitage Clos Grives other_regions_australia fine tannins and a freshThe 2012 Crozes Hermitage Clos des Grives shows a night and day different style than the 2013 and is upfront, ripe, exuberant and sexy, with medium to full bodied notes of black raspberries, violets, flowers and spice. As with a number of these wines, it has a whiff of detracting volatile acidity, yet remains a terrific drink.