Aromas of ground pepper, incense, black cherry, cassis, and a touch of new oak jump from the glass of the 2005 Crozes-Hermitage. This medium-bodied effort is slightly bigger and denser than the 2006, and while it does not reveal the latter wine’s early charm, there is more to it. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2017.
Importer: A Christopher Cannan Selection, various American importers including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300 and Diamond Wine Merchants, Oakland, CA; tel. (510) 567-9897