Crozes-Hermitage Clos des Grives Domaine Laurent Combier 2022

The Crozes-Hermitage Clos des Grives 2022 from Domaine Laurent Combier is a vibrant and elegant expression of Syrah, perfectly reflecting the finesse and character of northern Rhône wines. From the Crozes-Hermitage appellation, the Clos des Grives vineyard is planted on granite and clay-limestone soils, providing structure, tension, and aromatic purity.

The 2022 vintage, marked by a steady climate and exceptionally healthy grapes, produced Syrah of ideal balance, with optimal ripeness and natural freshness fully preserved. The vines are carefully tended according to sustainable practices, and the grapes are harvested entirely by hand to select only the most expressive clusters.

Winemaking at Domaine Laurent Combier remains deliberately minimalist and precise: controlled fermentation, gentle extraction, and aging in carefully selected oak barrels. This approach allows the wine to fully reveal the complexity of the fruit while harmoniously integrating subtle oak and spice notes.

On the nose, Clos des Grives 2022 is expressive and refined, displaying aromas of black fruits—blackberry, blackcurrant—enhanced by peppery hints, delicate floral notes, and a touch of mineral freshness. On the palate, the wine is silky and structured, with fine, elegant tannins and lively acidity that provide energy, tension, and balance. The finish is long, precise, and persistent, leaving a lasting impression of purity and harmony.

This Crozes-Hermitage is enjoyable now after careful aeration, yet also shows excellent aging potential, capable of developing further depth and complexity over 8 to 12 years. The Clos des Grives 2022 perfectly embodies the precise, elegant, and terroir-driven style of Domaine Laurent Combier, offering a Syrah that is both powerful, refined, and authentically representative of the northern Rhône.