Hermitage Le Greal Sorrel 2018
Hermitage Le Greal Sorrel 2018 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Syrah (Hermitage, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are very firm and acidity moderate; oak influence is some. Good with lamb, beef stew, steak, venison.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hermitage Rouge Chave 2015 Domaine Jean Louis Chave · Rhône | £541.00 | |||
| Cornas, A Clape 1988 Domaine Auguste Clape · Rhône | £520.00 | |||
| Hermitage Rouge Chave 2001 Domaine Jean Louis Chave · Rhône | £484.00 | |||
| Philippe Pacalet, Cornas 2021 Philippe Pacalet · Rhône | £945.60 |
This stellar Northern Rhône red is described by Robert Parker`s Wine Advocate as follows, `The 2018 Hermitage Le Greal is a blend from Greffieux and Le Méal, hence the name. That aside, it`s simply a stupendous wine, bursting with licorice, violets and cassis on the nose and backed by ample concentration and a rich, velvety mouthfeel. There`s a faint steaminess evident (the fermentation is 100% whole clusters), but it just adds complexity to both the palette of aromas and flavors and the palate (in terms of textural interest). The finish is long, long, long. Yes, I wrote it three times in my notes. Drink date 2021-2040.`