Crozes-Hermitage Vieilles Vignes 2022 – Laurent Tardieu
Refined, Old-Vine Syrah with Northern Rhône Elegance and Depth

Wine Type: Red
Grape Variety: 100% Syrah
Region: Crozes-Hermitage AOC, Northern Rhône, France
Vintage: 2022
Producer: Laurent Tardieu

Product Description

Laurent Tardieu’s Vieilles Vignes cuvée from Crozes-Hermitage is a serious, age-worthy Syrah sourced from 50–70-year-old vines on prime hillside plots. The 2022 vintage reflects the freshness and precision of Northern Rhône Syrah, enhanced by the natural concentration and mineral tension old vines deliver.

• 100% Syrah from very old vines in granitic and alluvial soils

• Hand-harvested and vinified with native yeasts for purity

• Aged in a mix of large foudres and fine-grain oak barrels (some new)

• A deeper, more structured expression than the classic cuvée

Tasting Notes

• Aromas: Blackcurrant, crushed violet, black olive, cracked pepper, and smoky graphite

• Palate: Silky yet firm with rich dark fruit, mineral backbone, and layered spice

• Finish: Long and persistent with savory earth, iron, and dried herb notes

Serving Suggestions

Serve at 16–17 °C:

• Ideal with roasted lamb, venison, duck breast, or wild mushroom risotto

• Pairs beautifully with aged cheeses and grilled eggplant or lentil-based dishes

• Decant for 30–60 minutes before serving; can cellar for 8–10+ years

Why Choose Crozes-Hermitage Vieilles Vignes by Laurent Tardieu?

This 2022 Crozes-Hermitage Vieilles Vignes is a standout expression of Northern Rhône Syrah—concentrated, aromatic, and mineral-driven. A wine for Rhône purists and collectors seeking authenticity, elegance, and aging potential from a historic terroir.