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2009 Hermitage Rouge “Les Pierrelles”

Barruol / Lynch
Discount Eligible $120.00
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The majestic hill of Hermitage, which yields some of the world’s greatest Syrahs, is by no means large—a mere 136 hectares, divided between red and white, must be shared among just thirty ambitious growers. Vineyard site often determines the quality of a wine, with countless combinations of soil type, altitude, and exposure. La Pierrelle, where the Syrah for this Hermitage is sourced, lies at the top of the hill, facing south-southwest with a soil of red clay and galet stones.
     In the glass, this translates to a rich, ample Syrah dominated by aromas of ripe blue and black fruits. La Pierrelle’s ideal exposure is a blessing, while the stony soil helps to return the sun’s heat at night and also contributes a meaty tannin—pierrelle alludes to these rocks, and you’ll find they certainly provide something to chew on. This is a pure Syrah in all its unbridled power, possessing the finesse of its high-altitude terroir with the muscle and aging potential that this great hill is famous for.

**Extremely limited quantities, maximum one bottle per purchase**

Anthony Lynch


Technical Information
Wine Type: red
Vintage: 2009
Bottle Size: 750mL
Blend: Syrah
Appellation: Hermitage
Country: France
Region: Northern Rhône
Producer: Barruol / Lynch
Winemaker: Louis Barruol
Vineyard: 30 - 50 years
Soil: Granite, limestone, clay, alluvial galets
Aging: Aged on average for 15 months in 1-2 year-old barrel (no new wood)
Farming: Lutte Raisonnée
Alcohol: 13.5%

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