Dauvergne Ranvier, Vin Raire, Crozes-Hermitage, Rhône, 2010

Tasting: Crozes-Hermitage 2010

Lightly herbaceous nose, quite oaky. Medium-bodied, limpid, quite concentrated, not a very weighty style, and there’s a hint of greenness, but it’s fresh and enjoyable. Undemanding. Modest length.

Tasting: Crozes-Hermitage 2010

Elegant colour and equally appealing nose; the Socratic Golden mean; palate is feminine, charming and finely poised, intent upon the earliest possible seduction, but no long-term commitment.

Tasting: Crozes-Hermitage 2010

Subdued nose, earthy; palate has a dusty side, dries after half way. Not a goer. Lacks freshness, cut of fruit. Off notes here, dry finale.