Laurent Habrard AOC Crozes-Hermitage Grand Classique Rouge

Laurent Habrard Crozes‑Hermitage Grand Classique 2021 opens with bright, lifted aromas of blackberry, black cherry, and blueberry, layered with violet, cracked black pepper, and a subtle smoked‑meat note that reflects the cool, fresh character of the vintage. The palate is supple, energetic, and beautifully balanced, offering juicy dark‑berry fruit framed by lively acidity and fine, lightly grippy tannins. Notes of olive tapenade, graphite, and dried herbs build across the mid‑palate, adding savory depth without overwhelming the wine’s vibrant, fruit‑driven core. The finish is long, peppery, and clean, showcasing a classic northern Rhône Syrah that marries purity, freshness, and finesse—Habrard’s signature style in a cooler‑toned year.