Dark magenta. Lively cherry and blackberry aromas are complemented by suggestions of smoky minerals, olive and candied flowers. Juicy black and blue fruit flavors show very good clarity and pick up hints of star anise, violet and cracked pepper as the wine opens up. Shows fine definition and energy on a long, focused finish that features discreet tannins and lingering floral and spice qualities.

Black raspberries, new leather, sappy herbs, and Christmas spice notes all emerge from the medium-bodied 2018 Crozes-Hermitage Les Launes, which has a seamless, elegant texture, and polished tannins. It's a charming, balanced, impeccably put together Crozes Hermitage that can be drunk today or cellared for 8-10 years. This cuv?e is always destemmed and brought up in a mix of tank and a small part in barrel.