In the glass

Medium-bodiedMedium tanninHigh acidityDryMedium-Long, Peppery Mineral finish

What it pairs with

  • Roast chicken with thyme
    The wine's herb and moderate fruit character are at home with roasted chicken.
  • Lamb kofta with hummus
    Medium-weight Syrah and spiced lamb work well together.
  • Pizza with Italian sausage and peppers
    The wine's approachable fruit and herbs complement casual pizza.

History

Domaine Belle was established in Larnage on the Crozes-Hermitage plateau and converted to organic farming early. Les Pierrelles (the little stones) refers to the pebbly soils of the plateau.

  1. 1990 — Domaine Belle founded in Larnage
  2. 1992 — First vintage of Les Pierrelles from the organic-farmed Larnage plateau parcels

Facts

Producer
Domaine Belle
Grapes
Syrah (100%)
Classification
Crozes-Hermitage AOC
Oak
14 months in used French oak barriques
ABV
13.0%
Price
EUR 20-35 at retail
Drinking window
4-12 from vintage
First vintage
1992
Organic
ECOCERT

Tags

dry high acid medium body medium tannin medium term mood easygoing mood rustic occasion dinner party occasion weeknight old world organic pairs with poultry pairs with red meat price trade up still red syrah value pick
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