Remizieres, Crozes-Hermitage Christophe other_regions_italy This is a very opulent

This is a very opulent and rich expression with forward determination and power

(from 3 separate parcels that aggregate only

This isn’t quite as vibrant as the best here though it’s still certainly attractive

Opens up slowly with air and finishes silky

Various plots around the appellation are farmed organically

Remizieres, Crozes-Hermitage Christophe other_regions_italy This is a very opulentThe 2016 Crozes Hermitage Cuvee Christophe boasts some lovely notes of pepper, violets and black raspberries but also a veneer of cedar and vanilla. It's creamy and lush across the medium to full bodied palate, with the oak playing too prominent a role, and coming across as slightly popcorn like on the long finish.