For when: dinner’s casual but the wine still needs to impress
Hints of savoury spice and cured meat linger on the finish
like a line drawn in perfect clarity
has built his reputation on authenticity
modern Marlborough classic that over-delivers in every sense
2022 Crozes-Hermitage, Saint Cosme Summer Rose Promo For when: dinner’s casual butGranite & Smoke Dark, savoury and beautifully tuned, the 2022 Crozes Hermitage from Saint Cosme feels like Syrah with its collar slightly loosened, serious, but never stern. Black cherry, cassis and plum rise first, followed by cracked pepper, smoked bacon, incense and a cool, stony note that gives the wine immediate Northern Rhne character. The palate is polished and medium bodied, with a lovely sense of flow, dark fruit wrapped around fine tannins,