Clos du Crosex Grillé - Cuvée Excellentia

Red + Syrah + 2023 + 75cl + 13.5% vol. + Aigle Grand Cru + AOC Chablais

Notes: An impressive Syrah with plenty of power and a highly savory, umami character on the palate. It features smoky notes of grilled meats, candied plums, and red cherries. The tannins are firm and structured; nevertheless, they have a fine grain, bringing volume and elegance to the wine. The texture is velvety and extends the long finish. Once the wine opens up, notes of black pepper and sage appear.

Pairing: 

Grilled & charred red meats: With premium charcoal-grilled ribeye steak, fire-roasted lamb chops, or a heavily peppered steak. 

Game & roasted waterfowl: harmonize beautifully with pan-seared duck breast with a blackberry reduction, roasted squab, or venison loin served with a wild berry jus.

Slow-Braised Dishes: a classic pairing is with beef bourguignon, wild boar ragù over pappardelle, or slow-cooked lamb shanks infused with rosemary and sage.

Savory Umami Profiles: serve it alongside wild mushroom and truffle risottos, wood-fired mushroom tarts, or premium roasted meats coated in a rich, reduction jus.

Firm, mature cheeses: Skip soft or pungent blue cheeses. Instead, look for hard, crystallized cheeses that mirror the wine's elegance, such as a 36-month aged Comté, an extra-aged Gruyère, or a mature, peppery Pecorino