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Alain Graillot Crozes-Hermitage Rouge

Crozes-Hermitage, France
Graillot's foundational Crozes-Hermitage rouge — peppery, olive-tinged Syrah with excellent structure and a signature Northern Rhône smokiness; the wine that put Crozes-Hermitage on the international map in the late 1980s.
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The quintessential Northern Rhône pairing — grilled lamb with Provençal herbs and a classic Syrah.
classic main
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Peppercorn in the preparation echoes Syrah's characteristic white pepper spice in a simple, satisfying pairing.
established main
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A Rhône Valley bistro pairing — cured meats and olives with earthy, smoky Syrah is classic Southern France.
established casual
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Alpine pressed cheese's milk simplicity contrasts with Syrah's dark fruit and earthy complexity.
established cheese