Giles Robin Papillon Crozes Hermitage 2022

100% Syrah from vines planted in 1996, 100% de-stemmed and fermented in stainless steel tanks. An early drinking style driven by perfumed black raspberry fruit with anise and spice notes lingering long on the fresh and vibrant finish. A medium bodied Syrah showing the generosity and typicity of the rich red soils it originates from. Fresh vibrant and gives great pleasure all year round with very fine tannins and a vibrant medium body making this very easy to drink and appreciate.
review for 2020 as 2022 not yet reviewed ‘Brilliant magenta. Spice-accented red and dark berries and fresh flowers on the incisive nose. Offers gently sweet black raspberry and cherry flavors show fine clarity and pick up a succulent herb nuance with aeration. Displays spicy lift and cut on the gently tannic, persistent finish, which features resonating red fruit and spice notes. Drink 2024-2030.’ 91 points, Josh Raynolds, Vinous, December 2022.