At a glance

Producer

Domaine de la Garance

Region

Crozes-Hermitage, Rhône Valley, France

Grape variety

Syrah

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-$45

Tasting profile

Bright red and black berry fruits, with notes of pepper, violet, and subtle earthy minerality.

Evolution: Fruit will gain complexity with notes of smoked meat, leather and spice as it matures over 5 years.

At peak: Well-integrated tannins, lush dark fruit, pronounced floral and spice complexity.

Structure

Acidity

Moderate to high, providing freshness and aging ability

Tannins

Firm and yet polished, typical of Syrah from northern Rhône

Alcohol

13.5%-14%

Aging potential

10-15 years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2026 to 2046

Optimal window

2024 to 2049

Current status

Approaching early drinking window

Current condition

Young, evolving tannins and acidity

This wine’s firm tannic structure and high acidity typical of a quality Crozes-Hermitage from a warm yet balanced vintage (2021) will allow it to develop complexity for at least a decade with peak characteristics around 5-10 years post bottling.

Food pairing

Grilled lamb, game meats, roasted vegetables, peppered steak, and aged cheeses.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (45 minutes to 1 hour) — To soften tannins and allow aromatic complexity to emerge

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Domaine de la Garance employs organic farming practices, minimal intervention winemaking, uses solar energy at the winery, implements water conservation methods, and uses lightweight and recycled glass bottles for packaging.

The producer embraces sustainable viticulture and environmentally friendly winemaking techniques including organic certification and energy-efficient practices, which significantly reduce environmental impact. Regional transport predominates, minimizing carbon emissions overall.