Syrah La Champine 2025 Domaine Gerin

The Syrah La Champine 2025 from Domaine Jean Michel Gerin is the estate's entry level cuvée, a pure Syrah with an aromatic profile and the violet nose so typical of the variety. Lovers of Côte Rôtie will appreciate this lighter take on their favourite appellation: a supple red with generous fruit and softened tannins, ready to drink now, with a remarkable quality to price ratio.

Terroir and vineyards

La Champine is an IGP Collines Rhodaniennes, sourced from slopes and upper slopes in the northern Rhône valley, on soils of mica schist and granite that lend the Syrah its finesse and freshness. The vines, 100% Syrah, combine young plantings with vines over twenty years old, yielding 45 hl/ha and farmed under sustainable practices. The grapes are hand harvested and destemmed. Ageing lasts twelve months, 70% in barrel and 30% in stainless steel, according to the estate's technical sheet.

Tasting profile

The colour is a dark red with violet glints. The nose is highly aromatic, offering violet, red and black fruit, blackberry, plum, blueberry, notes of smoke, earth and pepper, and a touch of cocoa. On the palate the wine is supple and generous, with softened tannins and a fine balance between acidity and fruit. The finish is fresh and peppery.

The estate

The Gerin family has been rooted in Ampuis, in the heart of Côte Rôtie, for six generations. Jean Michel Gerin founded his own estate in 1983, now run by his sons, Michaël and Alexis. Covering about twelve hectares across the Côte Rôtie, Condrieu and Saint Joseph appellations as well as the IGP Collines Rhodaniennes, the domaine produces concentrated, velvety wines with depth and finesse.

Food pairings

This Syrah pairs well with charcuterie, braised meat, grilled dishes, lasagne bolognese, beef or game. Served at around 16 °C, it can be enjoyed now, showing its fruit.