E. Guigal : Crozes-Hermitage 2021

Earthy and savory, offering delicate red fruit merged with bolts of iron, warm soil and white pepper. There's a gentleness to this red, with forest floor accents adding charm, along with a savory, tangy beam of acidity. Retains a juicy edge through the finish. Drink now through 2026. 2,100 cases imported.

A prototypical Crozes-Hermitage, at the lighter end of the scale for this appellation, but with the juicy briar character we expect from this appellation. Supple tannins underline all this very nicely. Plenty of dried herbs in the finish. Drink now.

The 2021 Crozes-Hermitage opens with a slice of grapefruit, followed by discreet strawberry, leafy nuances and peppery gradations, all of moderate intensity. Touching the palate with modest flavor concentration, the 2021 finishes with a juicy yet fairly short conclusion.

Nothing to fault in this cuvée crafted for immediate enjoyment, with a palate already settled and a clean, precise fruit that invites drinking now. In this rather gentle vintage, pleasure is guaranteed.

A classic and rustic expression, this wine showcases rich red cherries and currants, with subtle notes of cedar, fine herbs, and violet aromas. Fruit-forward yet alluringly savory, it offers youthful tannins that coat the mouth, supporting a midpalate of lush black plum, charcuterie, and light black tea. The finish is defined by a fine granitic edge. Enjoy now with a proper decant, or cellar through 2035+.

Notes of lilac, iris and dark cherries introduce the 2021 Crozes-Hermitage from Maison E. Guigal, a medium- to full-bodied, round and sappy wine built around a juicy core of fruit and concluding with a long, charming finish.