Crozes-Hermitage

Crozes-Hermitage wine is built on Syrah — the only permitted red grape — and as the northern Rhône's largest appellation it accounts for nearly half of all wine the region produces. That scale means bottles reach shelves reliably and regularly, which matters when you're stocking up rather than hunting rarities. If you're new to northern Rhône Syrah, this is the natural starting point.

Why choose Crozes-Hermitage wine?

Crozes-Hermitage is the accessible entry point into northern Rhône Syrah, and the numbers back that up. The appellation's 1,818 hectares dwarf neighbouring Hermitage by a factor of over thirteen to one in volume, meaning supply is consistent and prices stay grounded. It sits at a similar price point to St-Joseph yet its output runs roughly a quarter higher, so competition among producers keeps quality honest. Around half of all production flows through leading regional co-operative sources, ensuring reliable representation of quality northern Rhône Syrah across UK merchants. For a midweek roast lamb or a slow-cooked beef stew, a Crozes-Hermitage Syrah delivers the northern Rhône's characteristic savoury depth without the premium price tag of its famous neighbours — ideal for the everyday Rhône drinker who doesn't want to compromise on character. If you want abundant, accessible northern Rhône Syrah at approachable prices, our Crozes-Hermitage selection starts here →

How long does Crozes-Hermitage red wine age?

The best examples keep for five years or more, and in strong vintages ten years or more. Most everyday Crozes-Hermitage reds, however, are at their best drunk young.

What styles does Crozes-Hermitage produce?

Reds from flat gravel and clay terraces tend to be rich and generous; those from cooler granitic hillsides north of Hermitage are leaner and fresher. Both are made from Syrah.

Does Crozes-Hermitage produce white wine?

Yes. Crozes-Hermitage white is full-bodied and dry, made in smaller quantities than the red but worth seeking out alongside the Syrah-dominant reds.