2023 Hermitage Rouge – Domaine Marc Sorrel

The Hermitage Rouge 2023 from Marc Sorrel is an extraordinary interpretation of two legendary terroirs — Les Bessards and Les Plantiers — resulting in a wine with striking energy, elegance and mineral purity.

Highlights

Producer: Domaine Marc Sorrel
Region: Hermitage, Northern Rhône, France
Appellation: AOC Hermitage
Vintage: 2023
Grapes: 100% Syrah

Terroir & Winemaking

This wine is a blend of the granite soils of Les Bessards and the clay-rich soils of Les Plantiers, a classic combination that delivers structure, tension and mineral freshness. Vinification is traditional, with long macerations and ageing in used French oak barrels, preserving the purity of the fruit.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Deep, luminous ruby.
Nose: Powerful aromatic energy, with red and black cherries, redcurrants, mineral nuances and a delicate stone-like note.
Palate: Round and elegant, with incredibly fine tannins that dissolve smoothly, giving the wine early approachability while maintaining structure for long ageing.
Finish: Long, vibrant, and marked by remarkable mineral purity.

Ageing Potential

Despite its youthful elegance, Guillaume Sorrel recommends drinking it within the first 3–4 years, or ideally cellaring it for 10 years or more to reach full aromatic and textural maturity.

Additional Information

Ageing: Used French oak barrels
Bottling: At the estate
Production: Very limited quantities
Certification: Organic farming (in conversion)