87
points
Domaine des Hauts Chassis 2004 Les Chassis Syrah (Crozes-Hermitage)
Marked by some tarry, charred-barrel notes, but there’s also plenty of sweet, ripe cherry fruit upfront, with roasted coffee notes chiming in on the finish. Supple, round and easy to drink. Drink now–2012.
— J.C.
(11/15/2006)
84
points
Domaine des Hauts Chassis 2004 Les Galets Syrah (Crozes-Hermitage)
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$23
Complex enough on the nose, where cinnamon, cured meat and cherries all intertwine. But it drops off a bit on the palate. It’s supple and round but could use more intensity. Drink now.
— J.C.
(11/15/2006)