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Hermitage Les Bessards 2016 - Delas Frères
Red Hermitage
Vineyard :
It extends over three communes of the Drôme, Tain-l'Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage and Larnage.
Soil :
the soils are a combination of granite with alluvial quaternary delta deposits and Pliocene marl. This diversity explains the numerous names given to the various vineyard plots within the appellation: Bessards, Greffieux, Méal, Roucoule, Beaumes, etc.
Climate :
protected from the north winds, the slopes are well exposed to the sun, facing south.
Surface area under production :
the vineyards area adds up to 134 hectares/331 acres, with an annual production of 3,635 hectolitres. Authorized maximum yield is 40 hectolitres/hectare (2.3 US tons/acre).
Grape varieties :
Syrah (addition of 15% Marsanne and Roussanne authorised).
This cuvée is a vineyard plot selection. The grapes come exclusively from the oldest plot within the renowned area of "Les Bessards", in the heart of the Hermitage slopes. This wine is only produced during the very best years, the production is deliberately limited to 6,000 bottles (75 cl.) per year. Grape variety : 100% Syrah.
Data sheet
| Note | Between 95 and 97 |
|---|---|
| PR rating | 93/100 |
| Note WS | 95/100 |
| Recoverable VAT | Yes |
| Colour | Red |
| Format | Bottle (75cl) |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Volume | 12,50 % vol - 75 cl |
| Appellation | Hermitage |
| Level | Perfect |
| Label | Perfect |
| Region | Rhône |
| Maturity | To keep |
| Areas of Rhône | Delas Frères |
Red
Dry white
Sweet
Sparkling
Sparkling rosé
Red
Dry White
Red
Dry White
Red
Dry White
Sweet
Red
Dry white
Sweet
Rosé
Sparkling
