Deep ruby red color. Nose of red and black currant fruits, pepper, spring flowers, new leather and mineral/earthy nuances. Medium bodied palate of red fruit and spice. Nice balance. Long finish and velvety.
Good match with red meat (beef, lams) or white meat (veal) in sauce, poultry and game meat. Perfect with most cheeses.
"Boasting even more striking aromas of blueberries, violets and peppery spice than the La Rochette bottling, the 2018 Crozes-Hermitage La Cuvee Nicolas is almost Côte-Rôtie-like. Medium to full-bodied without seeming at all heavy, ripe without being overdone, silky and fine from start to finish, it's a real beauty and a testament to the potential of the commune of Gervans - a small granitic outpost within the Crozes-Hermitage appellation. - Joe Czerwinski"
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (May 13th 2021), 93 pts
"Enticing notes of sun-scorched bramble, licorice and black-currant candy introduce this refreshingly svelte expression. Made from 100% Syrah, it's crisply concentrated with zesty black-cherry and berry flavors along with sprays of violet and crushed stone. Soft in tannins and airy in style, the wine is at peak now through 2028. - Anna Lee C IIJIMA"
- Wine Enthusiast (October 1st 2021), 92 pts
"A step up, the 2018 Crozes-Hermitage La Cuvee Nicolas has beautiful red and black currant fruits, pepper, spring flowers, new leather, and mineral/earthy nuances. This firm, medium-bodied, old school beauty has lots of tannins, terrifie overall balance, and is just loaded with character. Hide bottles for 3-4 years and enjoy over the following decade."
- Jeb DUNNUCK (November 19th 2020), 92 pts
Domaine Jean-Claude & Nicolas Fayolle is located in the village of Gervans, 5 kilometers north from Tain-l'Hermitage in the Drome department. Nicolas Fayolle represents the 3rd generation of the family ...
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