2020 Domaine Combier Crozes-Hermitage Clos des Grives [V95][WA92094][WS92]

`Producer: Domaine Combier 
Region: Crozes-Hermitage, Rhône, France 
Varietal: Syrah  
Year: 2020 

Vinous, 95 Points 

"Inky ruby. Powerful, mineral-accented cherry and boysenberry scents are complemented by suggestions of exotic spices, candied flowers, vanilla and licorice. Juicy and expansive in the mouth, offering vibrant red and blue fruit preserve, spicecake, olive and violet pastille flavors that become sweeter as the wine opens up. The floral and spice notes repeat strongly on the strikingly long finish, which shows outstanding clarity and velvety, slowly building tannins. The vineyard was planted in 1952, and this bottling is always among the standouts of Crozes-Hermitage; it really transcends the appellation in this vintage." 

Wine Advocate, 92-94 Points 

"The 2020 Crozes Hermitage Clos des Grives looks extremely promising from barrel, with wonderful violet and raspberry shadings underscored by deeper, darker notes of black cherries and black olives. Medium to full-bodied, it's rich and velvety in the mouth with a long, vibrant finish." 

Wine Spectator, 92 Points 

"Reveals incense and sanguine notes, with fresh blackberry and fruitcake spice accents. Juicy on the round palate, with charred mesquite and white pepper adding intrigue." 

Alcohol: 13% 

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