Domaine Equis, Crozes Hermitage Rouge, Equinoxe, Northern Rhône, France, 2023

Producer Profile

We are thrilled to be distributing the wines of Alain Graillot's son, Maxime.

Maxime is in charge of Alain’s domaine and has added a small 6.5ha holding in Crozes, Domaine des Lises, to the portfolio. He also manages several other vineyards in Cornas, St Joseph and Crozes, selecting tiny parcels of the very best grapes to make the Equis range. They are made in the same vein as his father’s wines - the Equinoxe is a modern interpretation of Crozes for early drinking, whilst the Crozes Lises and St Joseph ignite in flavour after a year or two in bottle.

Viticulture

Practicing organic and sustainable viticulture, Maxime purchased parcels next door to those of Domaine Alain Graillot, alongside parcels in the heart of the original Saint-Joseph and Cornas, making sure the soils were constantly ploughed (allowing the roots to dig deep into the gravel) and banned the use of herbicides.

Tasting Note

A bright red, fruit driven and easier/ earlier drinking style. Lighter in alcohol than you would normally find.

Food Matching

Enjoy with a hearty meal, rack of lamb or roast beef!