From 45-year-old vines in the north of the appellation, the 2018 Crozes Hermitage Les Hauts d'Eole is a 70-30 blend of Marsanne and Roussanne that was fermented in tank, then aged in used 400-liter barrels. Subtle notes of cedar shavings appear on the nose, adding a bit of nuance to the pineapple, pear and melon fruit. Medium to full-bodied, this cuvée shows a cooler, more citrusy note on the palate than the Nobles Rives with more definition and length on the finish. I'd still drink it young.