Domaine Combier - Crozes-Hermitage Cap Nord blanc 2023
93/100
RVF
93/100
James Suckling
92/100
Robert Parker
"Elegance, roundness, and complexity are the hallmarks of white Crozes"
"A blend of 50% Marsanne and 50% Roussanne, the 2023 Crozes-Hermitage Blanc Cap Nord reveals a floral bouquet of spring blossoms, almonds, and white pears, intertwined with lovely notes of white peach. Medium- to full-bodied, round, and elegant, it features a fleshy, fruity core, lively acidity, refined tannins, and a long, fragrant, and delicately bitter finish. This is undoubtedly a wine for fine dining.” (Wine Advocate 2025) • Limited quantities
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Eye
A bright, pale yellow color with green highlights
Nose
Crisp and mineral-driven, with aromas of acacia blossoms, candied citron, citrus zest, nectarine, honeysuckle, linden, and white pepper, along with subtle notes of honey and warm stone
Palate
Rich and complex, with a refined minerality derived from its sandy terroir and a vibrant freshness resulting from subtle aging, which allows the purity of each grape variety to fully shine through. A wine with character, both fresh and authentic.
Serve
At 10-12°C
Drink before
2033
Food and wine pairings
It pairs perfectly with white meats, a block of goat cheese, and scallops with citrus...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2024 guide) 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
One of the most consistent estates in the Crozes appellation for over thirty years, where vines and apricots are cultivated with equal passion. Julien and David have joined their father Laurent. They cultivate 50 hectares of vineyards, mostly situated on the rounded pebbles of the Plaine des Châssis, as well as a few granite-rich areas in the northern part of the appellation and a small portion in Saint-Joseph. Clos-des-Grives, produced from nine hectares of lovingly tended vines, has consistently excelled over time in both red and white wines.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2025 guide) 92/100 (An outstanding wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
A blend of 50% Marsanne and 50% Roussanne, the 2023 Crozes-Hermitage Blanc Cap Nord reveals a floral bouquet of spring blossoms, almonds, and white pears, intertwined with lovely notes of white peach. Medium- to full-bodied, round, and elegant, it features a fleshy, fruity core, lively acidity, refined tannins, and a long, fragrant, and delicately bitter finish. This is undoubtedly a wine for fine dining.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2026 guide) 93/100
Rated estate (2024 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
A charming man, Laurent Combier has succeeded in bringing out the greatness of the fine terroirs of Crozes-Hermitage, on the clay-limestone plateau with rounded pebbles of Pont-d’Isère. Vintage after vintage, he has relentlessly refined his wines in terms of finesse and definition, to the point where they can stand proudly alongside wines from far more prestigious terroirs. His Clos des Grives ranks among the most seductive and complex Syrahs of the Rhône. Its aging potential is remarkable in great vintages. Laurent now works alongside his sons Julien and David.
Vinous
Rated: Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 93/100
Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
A brilliant, precise, and delightful blend of Marsanne and Roussanne, with aromas of white peaches, raw almonds, white flowers, and candied lemons. It is medium-bodied, with a savory profile on the palate. Lively, with a fresh mid-palate and a savory, succulent finish. Ready to drink now or worth cellaring.
Jeb Dunnuck
Rated: Recommended
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