This vintage, some tasters may actually prefer the 2019 Crozes Hermitage Cuvee Louis Belle over the Roche Pierre. There's still plenty of cedar and vanilla influence, but more of the fruit comes through and—at least for the moment—the wood and fruit seem better integrated. Mixed berries and cedar mingle easily on the medium to full-bodied palate, swirling into a long, balanced finish with hints of black olives and licorice. Tasted twice (once blind), with consistent notes.