{"product_id":"delas-freres-hermitage-les-bessards-2018","title":"Delas Fréres Hermitage Les Bessards 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelas Frères Hermitage Les Bessards 2018 is a distinguished Rhône red from one of the appellation’s most revered hillside sites. Crafted with precision by a historic producer, it combines the power and perfume of Syrah with the finesse that has made Hermitage one of France’s great vineyard names.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it typically shows a deep, насыщенно-colored core with a polished, concentrated appearance. The nose is layered and expressive, offering dark berries, black plum, violets, pepper, smoked meat, and mineral notes, with subtle hints of spice and oak adding complexity.\n\nOn the palate, it is structured and full-bodied, with ripe tannins, vibrant acidity, and a long, savory finish. The wine’s balance of fruit, spice, and rocky minerality suggests excellent aging potential, and it should develop further depth and nuance over many years in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLes Bessards is one of the most celebrated lieux-dits on the Hermitage hillside, known for its steep granite and rocky soils that give Syrah remarkable intensity and tension. The vineyard’s exposed slopes and selective harvesting help ensure optimal ripeness, while careful vinification is used to preserve the site’s signature purity, structure, and aromatic precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with roasted lamb, beef tenderloin, game birds, venison, and other richly flavored meat dishes. It is best served at around 16–18°C, and decanting for an hour or two is recommended to allow the aromas to open fully and the tannins to soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelas Frères is a highly respected Rhône producer with roots dating back to the 19th century, long associated with quality and tradition in the northern Rhône. Today, the house is especially recognized for its site-driven wines from appellations such as Hermitage, where it has earned a strong reputation for expressive, age-worthy bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Delas Frères","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255030698321,"sku":"FW-137","price":268.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/DelasFreresHermitageLesBessards2018.png?v=1783455875","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/delas-freres-hermitage-les-bessards-2018","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}