The 1998 Crozes-Hermitage Le Grand Courtil Estate rouge represents a vivid expression of gamy, herb-tinged, blackberry and cassis-flavored Syrah. It possesses tangy acidity, good finesse, excellent density, and a ripe, medium-bodied finish. Drink it over the next 5-6 years.
Importer: William Grant & Sons, Edison, NJ; tel. (732) 225-9000