Les Launes Red Maison Delas Crozes-Hermitage AOP 2023

Crozes-Hermitage AOP 2023 red by Delas, from the northern Rhône Valley. A Syrah wine with aromas of red fruit and spicy notes, with a balanced structure. 13% ABV, bottled in 75cl bottles.

Who produces Les Launes red Maison Delas Crozes-Hermitage AOP 2023?

Maison Delas is a wine merchant and winemaker established in the Rhône Valley, renowned for its work in northern appellations such as Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Crozes-Hermitage. The Les Launes cuvée illustrates its approach to the Crozes-Hermitage terroirs, where the estate selects plots suited to producing red Syrah wines.

On what terroir is Les Launes red Maison Delas Crozes-Hermitage AOP 2023 produced?

Crozes-Hermitage AOP is the largest appellation in the northern Côtes du Rhône, spread across around twenty communes around the Hermitage hill in the Drôme. The soils there are varied: rounded pebbles and alluvium on the terraces closest to the Rhône, and clay-limestone and granite on the slopes. The semi-continental climate with southern influence favors an even ripening of the grapes. The appellation's specifications require Syrah as the main red grape variety.

What is the tasting profile of Les Launes red Maison Delas Crozes-Hermitage AOP 2023?

This 2023 Crozes-Hermitage red expresses aromas of red fruit accompanied by spicy notes, characteristic of Syrah grown on this terroir. The structure on the palate is balanced, without excessive power or tannins, making it an accessible pleasure wine from the time it is released.

What dishes pair with Les Launes red Maison Delas Crozes-Hermitage AOP 2023?

This Rhône Valley red wine pairs well with grilled or roasted meats, game or poultry dishes in sauce, as well as aged hard cheeses. It also lends itself to Mediterranean cuisine with herbs and spices, echoing its own aromatic profile.

At what temperature should Les Launes red Maison Delas Crozes-Hermitage AOP 2023 be served?

A red Crozes-Hermitage is generally served between 16 and 18°C, possibly after a light decanting to open up the aromas. This appellation produces wines that are often consumed within five years of harvest, a window suited to this 2023 vintage.