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LAB0722RW
Crozes Hermitage, Panisse
2022
Rhone
Organic Conversion
Wild yeasts
Low Sulphur

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Ventoux AOC is an exciting area in the south-eastern region of the Rhone, where wines are produced in 51 communes along the lower slopes of the Ventoux Mountain, as part of the Vaucluse Mountains. Typically, Ventoux has been seen as somewhere to get fantastic value Rhone blends, predominantly using Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Ventoux wines are distinctive not because of the soil, as with so many French wines, but because of the climate. The days are some of the hottest in the region, and yet the nights are some of the coldest, resulting in grapes being picked much later than its more famous counterpart, Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Harvest is more often than not well into October, so the grapes are cooler and have a much longer time to develop flavours.

Thomas and Fanny's journey began in Toulouse, where they both studied agronomy and oenology, forming a strong bond that extended beyond wine to a shared love for trekking and surfing. The idea of making wine together came to life in 2010 when Fanny, visiting the Rhône Valley with her family, joined Thomas, who was already consulting with winegrowers in Ventoux and Vacqueyras. Captivated by the area’s potential, they founded Labadens, firmly believing in the exceptional quality of the clay-limestone soils, the continental climate, and the outstanding fruit that the region offers. Their mission has remained clear from the outset: to craft balanced, high-quality wines without the use of chemicals in either the vineyard or the winery. All of their vineyards are either certified organic or farmed organically, with certification expected in the coming year. They ferment using indigenous yeasts and add minimal sulphur, ensuring a natural expression of the terroir. For red wines, traditional concrete vats are used, while the Escartefigue wines stand out for their modern, refreshing approach to the Rhône. These wines are produced without oak, with the red undergoing semi-carbonic maceration, resulting in wines that are vibrant, fresh, and true to the essence of the region.

Tasting note: After 2022 was a warm, dry summer this vintage returned to classic Crozes-Hermitage with round, sandy tannins and a long persistant finish. The vintage is expressed in the aromas with full blue and black berries and a smokey peppery quality. Ideal phenolic ripeness.
Winemaking Detail: Hand-harvested, de-stemmed, crushed, fermented with indigenous yeasts. Long macerations of one month, with delestages at the start of fermentation, then gentle pigeage and bâtonnage sous marc at the end of fermentation, for gentle extraction and fine, round tannins. Aging lasted 12 months, half in 3-wine barrels and the other half in 4-wine demi-muids. The wood ageing is therefore subtle, bringing a touch of complexity to the nose, and fleshiness to the mid-palate.
Features Blackberry Plum Smoke Rich Concentrated

Features Blackberry, Concentrated, Plum, Powerful, Rich, Smoke,
Tasting note After 2022 was a warm, dry summer this vintage returned to classic Crozes-Hermitage with round, sandy tannins and a long persistant finish. The vintage is expressed in the aromas with full blue and black berries and a smokey peppery quality. Ideal phenolic ripeness.
Drink with
Duck, Grilled red meat, Roast lamb,

Wine details

Country France
Region Rhone
Producer Labadens
Wine Name Crozes Hermitage
Colour Red
Style Dry & Classic
Vintage 2022
Main Grape Syrah
Other Grapes
Size 75cl
Closure Cork
A.B.V. 0.135
Production 2016
Aging 12 months in barrel
Soil Clay; Sand; Silt
Time to drink Now - 2032
Winemaking Detail Hand-harvested, de-stemmed, crushed, fermented with indigenous yeasts. Long macerations of one month, with delestages at the start of fermentation, then gentle pigeage and bâtonnage sous marc at the end of fermentation, for gentle extraction and fine, round tannins. Aging lasted 12 months, half in 3-wine barrels and the other half in 4-wine demi-muids. The wood ageing is therefore subtle, bringing a touch of complexity to the nose, and fleshiness to the mid-palate.

LAB0722RW
Labadens
Crozes Hermitage, Panisse
2022
Rhone
Organic Conversion
Wild yeasts
Low Sulphur

Ventoux AOC is an exciting area in the south-eastern region of the Rhone, where wines are produced in 51 communes along the lower slopes of the Ventoux Mountain, as part of the Vaucluse Mountains. Typically, Ventoux has been seen as somewhere to get fantastic value Rhone blends, predominantly using Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Ventoux wines are distinctive not because of the soil, as with so many French wines, but because of the climate. The days are some of the hottest in the region, and yet the nights are some of the coldest, resulting in grapes being picked much later than its more famous counterpart, Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Harvest is more often than not well into October, so the grapes are cooler and have a much longer time to develop flavours.

Thomas and Fanny's journey began in Toulouse, where they both studied agronomy and oenology, forming a strong bond that extended beyond wine to a shared love for trekking and surfing. The idea of making wine together came to life in 2010 when Fanny, visiting the Rhône Valley with her family, joined Thomas, who was already consulting with winegrowers in Ventoux and Vacqueyras. Captivated by the area’s potential, they founded Labadens, firmly believing in the exceptional quality of the clay-limestone soils, the continental climate, and the outstanding fruit that the region offers. Their mission has remained clear from the outset: to craft balanced, high-quality wines without the use of chemicals in either the vineyard or the winery. All of their vineyards are either certified organic or farmed organically, with certification expected in the coming year. They ferment using indigenous yeasts and add minimal sulphur, ensuring a natural expression of the terroir. For red wines, traditional concrete vats are used, while the Escartefigue wines stand out for their modern, refreshing approach to the Rhône. These wines are produced without oak, with the red undergoing semi-carbonic maceration, resulting in wines that are vibrant, fresh, and true to the essence of the region.

Tasting note: After 2022 was a warm, dry summer this vintage returned to classic Crozes-Hermitage with round, sandy tannins and a long persistant finish. The vintage is expressed in the aromas with full blue and black berries and a smokey peppery quality. Ideal phenolic ripeness.
Winemaking Detail: Hand-harvested, de-stemmed, crushed, fermented with indigenous yeasts. Long macerations of one month, with delestages at the start of fermentation, then gentle pigeage and bâtonnage sous marc at the end of fermentation, for gentle extraction and fine, round tannins. Aging lasted 12 months, half in 3-wine barrels and the other half in 4-wine demi-muids. The wood ageing is therefore subtle, bringing a touch of complexity to the nose, and fleshiness to the mid-palate.
Features Blackberry Plum Smoke Rich Concentrated

Features Blackberry, Concentrated, Plum, Powerful, Rich, Smoke,
Tasting note After 2022 was a warm, dry summer this vintage returned to classic Crozes-Hermitage with round, sandy tannins and a long persistant finish. The vintage is expressed in the aromas with full blue and black berries and a smokey peppery quality. Ideal phenolic ripeness.
Drink with
Duck, Grilled red meat, Roast lamb,

Wine details

Country France
Region Rhone
Producer Labadens
Wine Name Crozes Hermitage
Style Dry & Classic
Vintage 2022
Main Grape Syrah
Other Grapes
Size 75cl
Closure Cork
A.B.V. 0.135
Production 2016
Aging 12 months in barrel
Soil Clay; Sand; Silt
Time to drink Now - 2032
Winemaking Detail Hand-harvested, de-stemmed, crushed, fermented with indigenous yeasts. Long macerations of one month, with delestages at the start of fermentation, then gentle pigeage and bâtonnage sous marc at the end of fermentation, for gentle extraction and fine, round tannins. Aging lasted 12 months, half in 3-wine barrels and the other half in 4-wine demi-muids. The wood ageing is therefore subtle, bringing a touch of complexity to the nose, and fleshiness to the mid-palate.