2023 Equis (M. Graillot), ‘Equinoxe’ Crozes-Hermitage

From Maxime Graillot—son of Rhône legend Alain Graillot—comes this fresh, pure expression of Crozes-Hermitage Syrah. Sourced from organically farmed vineyards on alluvial plains, ‘Équinoxe’ is vinified with whole clusters and minimal oak to highlight juicy black fruit, violet, and that signature northern Rhône peppery snap.

Lively, aromatic, and endlessly drinkable, this is Syrah in its most charming form: approachable now, but with the pedigree to impress. A weeknight Rhône that punches way above its weight.