2020 Alain Graillot, Crozes-Hermitage 1x750ml

Vinous 92

Saturated magenta. Displays expressive red and dark berry, smoked meat, olive and floral qualities on the spice-accented nose. Sappy and penetrating on the palate, offering gently sweet cherry-cola, blackberry and baking spice flavors that show fine detail and a mineral, back-end lift. Finishes very long and subtly chewy, with repeating smokiness, harmonious tannins and strong persistence. [Josh Raynolds, 12/22/2022]

Anticipated maturity: 2026-2034