Domaine Laurent Combier - Crozes-Hermitage - Clos des Grives - Red - 2021

Wine:

The 2021 Red Crozes-Hermitage Clos des Grives is undoubtedly one of the standout wines of the appellation—structured, with depth, volume, and a touch of oak that will integrate beautifully over time. The fruit is perfectly balanced, showing both ripeness and freshness, with cool, smoky notes mingling with violet and a refined hint of oak. The tannins are beautifully shaped and elegant, leading to a long, finely smoky finish. Rated 94/100 by RVF.

Vinification:

Hand harvested with selective sorting. Single plot, clay-limestone plateau with rounded pebbles, 60-year-old vines. Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Aged for 12 months in Burgundy barrels (new at 3 years). Aged for a further 12 months in bottle.

Estate organically farmed since 1969.
Certified organic wine.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Roast and grilled red meats, Bresse pigeon with bacon, game, roast duck, matured farmhouse Saint-Nectaire cheese.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2033.

When it comes to Crozes-Hermitage, Laurent Combier is a name you can’t ignore. With a solid 2-star rating from RVF, he’s behind some truly remarkable wines, especially the famous Clos des Grives, which many consider one of the top wines of the appellation.

Laurent combines his skill with some of the Rhône Valley’s best terroirs, creating wines that are deep, elegant, and genuinely memorable. Now, his sons David and Julien are stepping up, bringing fresh energy and care to the estate. This is a domaine that just keeps pushing forward, staying right at the top of its game.