Crozes-Hermitage, Frederic Reverdy, Ferraton Père et Fils, Northern Rhone, France, 2018   

Grape: Syrah, aged in oak for 12 months, organic/biodynamic production (uncertified)

A full bodied wine. Clean, dry and well balanced, exotically spicy with dark, ripe fruit and oak. 

Critic's Tasting Note:

"Generous aromas of spiced blackberry and coal tar notes, then a palate of plush layered sweet fruit and tangy acidity."

91/100 points (Silver), Decanter World Wine Awards, 2020

Estate: Continuing the work of his father Frédéric Reverdy, Jean Orens Ferraton created his own vineyard in 1946 in the Hermitage and Crozes-Hermitage appellations.  In 1998, vineyards were converted into organic farming, and selected parcels were vinified separately in order to show the diversity of the terroir. Today, Ferraton Père et Fils is a small family-owned business that operates independently but under the Chapoutier expertise and finance. 

Food Match: Ideal as an aperitif or with salads (Lyon salad, warm goat cheese salad), grilled meat, red meat (steak, duck, game) and cheeses