2006 Crôzes-Hermitage, Domaine du Colombier

Benchmark Crozes from a top year should combine aromatics, ripe fruit and firm structure. This one has all three in abundance!  
Vivid purple colouring, then a nose of black cherry, tapenade, tar and mint. The palate has all the concentration and authority of this great vintage; ripeness in abundance, firm but already integrated tannins, supporting acidity and a great freshness on the finish. Stylistically the wine has been made for relatively early drinking and everything is beautifully balanced already; an ideal accompaniment for roasts or pasta-based dishes.
(Simon Field M.W. - BBR Rhône Buyer)