Jean-Claude Marsanne, Syrah, Crozes-Hermitage, Northern Rhône, France 2018 skincontact Hibiki is a noble blend

Hibiki is a noble blend of innumerous malt and grain whiskies from Suntory's globally acclaimed Yamazaki

new barrels are kept to a minimum

A subtle eggshell off white color in the glass

The result is an intense copper color with dense

with gooseberries and blackcurrants dominating over gentle pine and fine oak notes

Jean-Claude Marsanne, Syrah, Crozes-Hermitage, Northern Rhône, France 2018 skincontact Hibiki is a noble blendThis small parcel, which once belonged to Jean Claudes grandmother, has a fruit forward, approachable style, yet with intense spice and licorice in there as well, perhaps from the deep rooted old Syrah vines, planted in 1967. Dark, textured, and aromatic, the wine boasts beautiful notes of black cherry, stones, and a hint of black olive. This textbook northern Rhne Syrah is perfectly suited to fall roasts and winter stews. Fermented in stainless steel