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Domaine Stephane Ogier,
Drink now,
After a 2003 which was touched by the scorching vintage, this is a triumphant 2004. Stphane feels that it has the fruit of 2000 and the structure of 2001; praise indeed but thoroughly deserved. With exposure to new oak only in the first year of maturation and only 30% at that, the wine is classically balanced with notes of tapenade and blackberry harmoniously integrated and an assertive fracheur on the palate.
Maison Chapoutier,
Drink now,
From an impressive holding of 26 hectares, which represents almost 20% of the whole of the Hermitage appellation, La Sizeranne is an assemblage of grapes from the plots of Mal, Bessards and Greffieux, each adding degrees of character and complexity to the blend. This displays attractive black fruits with a garland of pepper, then an engaging and elegant palate with savoury notes and plenty of matire.
Paul Avril et Fils,
Ready, but will keep,
Vincent Avril, whose 2003 was arguably the wine of the vintage, seems to have produced an even better 2004! With yields even lower, down to 21 hl/ha, but a more traditional growing period, the wine already has more shape and definition, its 65% Grenache providing a firm foundation of rich fruit, built upon by 20% of savoury Mourvedre, 10% Syrah and a 5% mixed bag. A compelling and harmonious wine to underline this Domaines's superb reputation.
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