Alain Graillot, Crozes-Hermitage "La Guiraude", 2020 so052822 italy sale and Virgile Lignier of Domaine

and Virgile Lignier of Domaine Lignier-Michelot has crafted a wine that exemplifies the vineyard’s exceptional terroir

Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru comes from old Pinot Noir vines on limestone-clay soils in Gevrey-Chambertin

mellow character

there's no age statement

this Chapelle-Chambertin has the depth and complexity to age gracefully over the next 15–20 years

Alain Graillot, Crozes-Hermitage "La Guiraude", 2020 so052822 italy sale and Virgile Lignier of DomaineLa Guiraude is a special Crozes Hermitage bottling from Alain Graillot, selected from the best barrels each vintage. Sourced from gravelly terraces, it showcases the depth possible in Crozes. Whole cluster fermentation and aging in used barrels give it structure and savory complexity. A powerful yet balanced Syrah that stands among the northern Rhnes finest.