Hugo & Pauline Villa Syrah Histoire De Gosses
Deep ruby‑purple in the glass with vibrant aromas of blackberry, black raspberry and black cherry with violet, black pepper, smoke, and dried herbs.The palate has flavors of dark fruit flavors, licorice, peppercorn, olive tapenade, and subtle smoke. Hugo and Pauline Villa are the children of Pierre‑Jean Villa, an esteemed Northern Rhône grower who worked at Burgundian domaines before founding his own vineyard operations in 2009. They grew up immersed in winemaking traditions and practical vineyard work, learning alongside their father in the steep, rugged vineyards around Chavanay
Classification: VdF (Vin de France)
Grape Varietal: Syrah
Feature: Sustainable
Country: France
Region: Rhone
Appellation: Northern Rhone
Grape Profile: Syrah typically features rich fruit flavors such as blackberry, plum, and blueberry. It often carries secondary notes of spices, black pepper, and sometimes smoked meat or olive-like savory elements. The use of oak in aging can introduce flavors of vanilla, toast, and coffee.
Region Profile: The Northern Rhône follows a narrow stretch of the Rhône River south of Lyon. The continental climate is considerably cooler than the Mediterranean-influenced Southern Rhône, allowing grapes to ripen gradually while maintaining acidity and aromatic complexity. The region's granite-dominated soils and steep exposures help produce grapes with huge complexity. Famous appellations include Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage, Cornas, Saint-Joseph, and Crozes-Hermitage.
Pair with: Grilled and roasted red meats. Barbecued pork and sausages. Herb seasoned dishes using rosemary & thyme. Rich stews and hearty vegetables. Aged cheeses like cheddar and blue cheeses.
