Syrah
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–4 years from vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled pork chops, charcuterie platters, Mediterranean roasted vegetables
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Delas Frères brings its legendary Northern Rhône expertise to the sun-drenched vineyards of the Languedoc with this varietal Syrah from the Pays d'Oc. While Delas is famous for its steep, granite-bound Hermitage and Côte-Rôtie plots, this expression showcases the grape's adaptability to the warmer Mediterranean climate. Grown on a mix of clay, limestone, and schist soils, the grapes benefit from long, sunny days tempered by cooling sea breezes. The winemaking team applies the same meticulous attention to detail here as they do in their northern cellars, utilizing gentle extraction and temperature-controlled fermentation to preserve the grape's vibrant primary fruit character. The result is an approachable, charming red that bridges the gap between Rhône complexity and Mediterranean warmth, offering a delightful introduction to the signature grape of the house.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1835 by Charles Audibert and Philippe Delas in the heart of the Rhône Valley, Delas Frères is a historic house renowned for its masterful expression of Northern and Southern Rhône terroirs. Now under the ownership of the Champagne Louis Roederer group, the estate combines traditional craftsmanship with modern precision, highlighted by their state-of-the-art winery in Tain-l'Hermitage. Delas is celebrated for its exceptional, terroir-driven wines, particularly its iconic Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Condrieu cuvées, including acclaimed single-vineyard expressions like Clos Boucher and La Landonne.