2022 Côte du Rhône Syrah "Les Grandes Parcelles" Domaine Garon

📌 Description

Côtes-du-Rhône Les Grandes Parcelles 2022 – Domaine Garon is an expressive, charming Syrah offering the perfect balance between juicy fruit and spicy freshness. Sourced from carefully selected plots, this wine reflects the estate’s savoir-faire and the typicity of Rhône Valley terroirs.

🍇 Grape Variety

100% Syrah.

The emblematic grape of the Rhône Valley reveals here aromas of black fruits, spices, and violet, with supple and elegant structure.

🌍 Region / Country

Rhône Valley – Côtes-du-Rhône (France).

From selected parcels planted on varied soils of alluvium and rolled pebbles, bringing richness, concentration, and freshness.

🌡️ Serving Temperature

Serve between 16 and 17 °C (61–63 °F). Decant for 30 minutes to release its full aromatic potential.

⏳ Ageing Potential

5 to 8 years.

• 2024–2026: youthful and gourmet, marked by vibrant fruit.

• 2027–2030: perfect balance of fruit, spices, and roundness.

• After 2031: evolving toward leather, licorice, and forest floor notes.

👁️ Appearance

• Color: deep red with violet highlights.

• Clarity: clear and bright.

• Legs: dense and regular, showing concentration.

👃 Nose

• Aromatic intensity: generous and seductive.

• First nose: blackberry, blackcurrant, blueberry.

• Second nose: violet, black pepper, sweet spices, hint of licorice.

👄 Palate

• Attack: supple and fruit-forward.

• Structure: fine, velvety tannins with balanced acidity.

• Dominant aromas: ripe black fruits, violet, pepper, licorice.

• Overall balance: indulgent, elegant, and harmonious.

• Length: persistent, with a spicy and floral finish.

🍽️ Food Pairings

• Grilled meats (lamb, beef, duck).

• Fine charcuterie and tapas.

• Mediterranean cuisine (tagines, grilled vegetables).

• Aged hard cheeses.

⭐ Overall Impression / Style

Côtes-du-Rhône Les Grandes Parcelles 2022 – Domaine Garon is a charming, generous Syrah combining fruity intensity with spicy elegance. A wine for immediate pleasure, yet with fine ageing potential.