Domaine François VillardCrozes-Hermitage Rouge Certitude 2023

Product code: 23765
£25.40 inc VAT
£152.40 / case of 6
France
Red Wine from
Rhône, France
Country
Country: France
Region
Region: Rhône
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Crozes-Hermitage
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Domaine François Villard
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Shiraz/Syrah
Grape: 100% Shiraz/Syrah
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Country
Country: France
Region
Region: Rhône
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Crozes-Hermitage
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Domaine François Villard
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Shiraz/Syrah
Grape: 100% Shiraz/Syrah

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

This cuvée strikes a harmonious chord, offering a vibrant bouquet of red berries with a delicate touch of spice. On the palate, it reveals both character and finesse, with a juicy, expressive profile that’s full of charm and balance.

Product Notes

Domaine François Villard’s Crozes-Hermitage Rouge Certitude is a robust, exquisite French wine that hails from the Rhône valley. This alluring red wine boasts a delightful blend of aromas, featuring blackberries, dark cherries and undertones of spicy pepper. Its refined palette presents a powerful, fruity finish balanced with delicate tannins. The wine reflects Francois Villard's commitment to masterful winemaking using Syrah grapes, yielding a full-bodied wine of complexity and refinement. Best served with robust meats, it truly captures the authenticity and tradition of the Crozes-Hermitage region. A quintessential connoisseur’s delight, it embodies elegance and sophistication in every sip.

About the Winery

Domaine François Villard

Nestled in the heart of the Rhône Valley, Domaine François Villard is truly an emblem of French viticulture. Founded in 1989 by the eponymous François Villard, this winery has garnered extensive admiration for its dedication towards cultivating exquisite wines.

The vineyard, spanning over 30 hectares, is home to a striking variety of grapes. Maison François Villard smiles upon the Mediterranean climate that makes it conducive to grow Syrah, Marsanne, Roussanne, and Viognier, the famed grape varieties of the Rhône Valley. Each vineyard is treated distinctly, as different as their soils and as singular as the grape they harbour. Promising an amalgamation of elegance, complexity, and longevity, their wines truly echo the essence of the terrain.

Also, they lean towards organic and biodynamic farming techniques, as endorsed by François Villard himself. This ideology stems from the belief that wine should not just reflect the grape but also the very essence of the terroir from which they sprout. While he's keen to experiment with different vineyard management techniques, François Villard is committed to maintaining the quality and consistency of his wines, above anything else/

The winery not only caters to the bonvivant, with a marvellous range of wines, but it is also an open house for tours and tastings to share the nuanced art of winemaking. Visitors can absorb the authentic French spirit, viewing the cellars and barrels, understanding the bottling process, and immersing themselves in the voyage from grape to glass.

The prestige and distinction of Domaine François Villard derives from its meticulous cultivation, innovative ethos, and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a keen novice, a visit to their vineyards will surely offer an engaging sojourn into the French wine-making tradition.

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