COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Syrah
PRODUCER
Domaine Alain Graillot
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Alain Graillot is a legendary producer in the Northern Rhône, founded in 1985 by Alain Graillot, who sadly passed away in 2022. His sons, Maxime and Antoine, now expertly manage the domaine, upholding their father's philosophy of crafting appealing, sensibly-priced wines that truly express their terroir. The domaine is highly respected, with their wines frequently featured in many of France's most prestigious restaurants. The 2015 vintage is particularly distinctive, hailed as an "old-school beauty that just screams northern Rhône Syrah." It's a muscular wine showcasing a riper fruit profile, beautifully complemented by savoury meatiness and perfumed complexity. The 2015 vintage in the Northern Rhône was exceptional, characterized by a warm growing season that yielded wines of phenomenal power and balance. Rhône authority John Livingstone-Learmonth even described it as a vintage "to match the best years of the 20th Century in the Northern Rhône."
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€35
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Alain Graillot, who founded the domaine in 1985, is considered a legendary figure in the Northern Rhône.
Fact 02
The 2015 vintage in the Northern Rhône is described as exceptional, matching the best of the 20th century.
Fact 03
The domaine practices organic farming and utilizes whole bunch fermentation for added complexity.
Fact 04
Domaine Alain Graillot wines are featured in many of France's top restaurants, a testament to their quality.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Domaine Alain Graillot is committed to organic farming practices, cultivating old vines that contribute to the depth and character of their wines. The winemaking approach is distinctly "old-school," prioritizing savouriness and fragrance over overt oak influence or sweetness. A key element of their vinification process is whole bunch fermentation, a technique that adds complexity, structure, and a distinctive aromatic profile to the Syrah grapes.
