How to enjoy this wine?
Cuvée Profile
Round | Fruity and mineral
Serving Recommendations
Serve at 8° to 10°C
Aging Potential
2 to 5 years
Our Review of the Cuvée
Domaine du Pavillon
Located on the hillsides of the Crozes-Hermitage appellation, Domaine du Pavillon spans approximately 14 hectares of vineyards, planted on the well-exposed slopes of the Rhône’s left bank. This area enjoys a distinct northern Rhône climate, which promotes gradual ripening and helps preserve freshness, particularly for Syrah.
Before being dedicated to viticulture, the site was home to a family farm surrounded by orchards. In the 1960s, the fruit trees were gradually replaced by vineyards, while the farm buildings were converted into a barrel cellar. The estate takes its name from the former hunting lodge overlooking the hillsides, which has become an iconic landmark of the area.
The vineyard is now tended by the Audibert family, who pay special attention to the old Syrah vines, the estate’s signature grape variety. The soil and topography allow for grapes that are both ripe ... Read more