Laurent Habrard - Crozes-Hermitage Marion Rouge 2020
A great Northern Rhône Syrah, between power and refinement
The Laurent Habrard Crozes-Hermitage Marion Rouge 2020 perfectly illustrates the potential of the great Syrahs of the Northern Rhône Valley. This top-of-the-range cuvée, made from a selection of the estate's best barrels and vats, offers a profound and elegant reading of the Crozes-Hermitage appellation.
Organically produced, this cuvée pays tribute to Marion, who helps manage the family estate. It reflects a demanding approach to viticulture and winemaking, with a style combining concentration, finesse and precision.
A terroir emblematic of Crozes-Hermitage
Located in Gervans, to the north of the appellation, Domaine Laurent Habrard works on a variety of terroirs composed of granite, loess, clay and Rhone alluvium. This geological diversity produces complex, well-balanced Syrah.
The Crozes-Hermitage appellation, the largest in the Northern Rhône, produces wines renowned for their balance between power and freshness. Northern terroirs provide tension and elegance, while more southerly sectors give more roundness and generosity.
A committed organic viticulture
The Domaine Laurent Habrard has been certified in organic farming since 2011, in a spirit of respect for living organisms and terroirs.
The estate's work is based on:
- controlled yields
- growing without synthetic chemicals .
- precise work in the vineyard
- low-intervention winemaking
This approach results in perfectly ripe grapes and a purer expression of Syrah.
A parcel-based cuvée from the best selections
The Marion cuvée is made from a selection of the estate's best barrels and vats.
This rigorous selection results in a more concentrated and complex wine than the classic cuvée, with:
- more depth
- a more velvety texture
- greater aromatic persistence .
An intense, deep and elegant Syrah
Made from 100% Syrah, Laurent Habrard Marion Rouge 2020 develops a particularly full expression of the grape variety.
On tasting, the wine reveals:
- an intense nose of black fruits, spices and smoke .
- hints of blond tobacco, violets and gingerbread
- an ample, velvety mouthfeel
- perfectly integrated silky tannins
- a long, persistent, spicy finish
The 2020 vintage brings maturity and richness, while retaining a beautiful overall freshness.
A gourmet Crozes-Hermitage
This cuvée goes far beyond the profile of the accessible, immediate Crozes-Hermitage. Thanks to its structure and concentration, it is part of a true gastronomic approach.
The Laurent Habrard Marion 2020 is the perfect accompaniment:
- steak of beef
- game
- roast lamb
- stewed dishes
- ripened cheeses
Its aromatic richness and balance also allow it to evolve beautifully in the cellar for several years.
Ageing potential
Thanks to its structure and the quality of the vintage, this cuvée has excellent ageing potential.
With time, it will develop:
- more complex notes of leather and spices
- a more melted texture
- additional aromatic depth .
A Crozes-Hermitage capable of evolving favorably for 8 to 10 years.
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