Sorrel Hermitage Rouge 2023Domaine Marc Sorrel Hermitage Le Gral 2023 is the estates flagship red, crafted from 90% old vine Syrah in the historic Le Mal vineyard, with the remainder sourced from Les Grffieux. The wine opens with vibrant aromas of raspberry, black cherry and subtle liquorice, layered with delicate earthy and floral notes. On the palate it shows remarkable precision and lift, with fine grained tannins, bright mineral tension and a focused, lingering finish that

There’s both weight and precision here

The palate is generous yet composed

but it moves lightly

slightly savoury edge

with a poised acidity that gives the wine length and tension

with smooth

despite the challenges the vintage presented

First release

“Sliced pears

The clay naturally reins in yields

tannic wine

Fermented and aged in oak