Crozes Hermitage Rouge “Guer-Van” (2021) - Yannick Alléno & Michel Chapoutier

In the heart of the Rhône, the partnership between Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alléno and the renowned grower Michel Chapoutier gave rise to Crozes Hermitage Rouge “Guer-Van”. This meeting of haute cuisine and winegrowing has deep roots in French tradition, yet it is also a mark of innovation. The Crozes-Hermitage appellation, the largest in the region, is famous for its Syrah wines, but what makes “Guer-Van” special is Chapoutier's biodynamic approach, which respects the natural cycles of the land. The name “Guer-Van” is said to come from an old local term evoking the strength and resilience of the area, a homage to the land and its thousand-year history.

The appellation: Crozes-Hermitage AOC

AOC Crozes-Hermitage: the elegance of the Northern Rhône Crozes-Hermitage is the largest appellation in the northern Rhône Valley, known for its elegant, structured Syrah-based reds and for its refined whites made from Marsanne and Roussanne. Set in the Drôme department, it is an icon of French winemaking tradition, thanks to the diversity of its terroir and the quality of its wines.

What to eat with Crozes Hermitage Rouge “Guer-Van”

Who makes it: Yannick Alléno & Michel Chapoutier

The meeting between chef Yannick Alléno, an icon of French gastronomy, and the visionary winegrower Michel Chapoutier, master of the Rhône, has given rise to an extraordinary collection of wines. This collaboration combines Alléno’s culinary rigour and creativity with Chapoutier’s winemaking savoir-faire, giving rise to wines that reflect the terroir in an authentic and refined way.

The vine of Crozes Hermitage Rouge “Guer-Van”

Syrah

Syrah is one of the most iconic and widely admired black grape varieties in the world, known for intense, structured reds with plenty of character. Native to the Rhône Valley in France, Syrah has spread to vineyards everywhere thanks to its remarkable versatility and its ability to adapt to different terroirs. Wines made from Syrah stand out for their fruity, spicy aromas and their great longevity.

Crozes Hermitage Rouge “Guer-Van”: the Crozes-Hermitage area

Climate: Continental

Altitude: Low Altitude (0-200 m above sea level)

Soil: Rocky / granite

Geographical setting: River

Profile of Crozes Hermitage Rouge “Guer-Van”

Primary aromas: Notes of black fruits, spices, black pepper and fern

Secondary aromas: Notes of liquorice and soot

Tasting notes: On the palate the attack is fresh with velvety tannins; notes of liquorice, black fruit and soot combine harmoniously