Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2008 Domaine de Roure Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage)

Country: France / Domaine de Roure
Variety: Marsanne Rhône Valley
Winery: Paul Jaboulet Aîné / Crozes-Hermitage

Domaine de Roure is the top Crozes-Hermitage from Paul Jaboulet Aîné, and the 2008 is structured and tight, with wood-derived notes of scorched marshmallow and toast layered atop citrusy fruit. Turns a bit drying and woody on the finish, so drink now, or hold for 5–6 years and hope it integrates over time.