2013 Hermitage les Bessards from Delas Freres, Rhone

A distinguished beacon amid the captivating landscape of Rhone, the 2013 Hermitage les Bessards from Delas Freres carries an unmatched gravitas. This bold vintage is an investment in elegance and complexity to rival the best offerings of the region. Forty years of evolving creative suckle, faithfully archiving vintages and producers, has allowed me to recognize when a wine speaks not just to the taste buds but to the narrative thread of the wine’s story.

An Opulent Affair with Distinctive Climate Influences

The 2013 vintage was sculpted by nature’s steady hand, bestowing upon it an enticing allure that begs for attention. Uncharacteristically cool temperatures and rainfall defined its early months, driving a slower ripening process and nurturing a painstakingly crafted depth and complexity. This poised weather dance culminated in an unhurried harvest that ensured the optimal maturity of the signature Syrah grape.

Tasting: Terroir in Every Drop

The resulting glassful is a tapestry woven with nuances of mocha-infused blackberry, ripe figs, perfume-laden violets intertwined with whispers of truffled soil. Concentrated yet eloquent, each sip reflects back upon its granitic terroir. The granite soil's generosity bestows vibrant minerality that excites and entices on its lingering finish.

2013 Hermitage les Bessards: a Sound Investment Landscape

Within each bottle of 2013 Hermitage les Bessards lies not just a sensory journey but an investment landscape shaped by Delas Freres' unwavering commitment to excellence. The masterful blending of fortitude, elegance and terroir-detailed luxury makes it an undeniably compelling addition to any discerning wine investment portfolio.

So when the cork is drawn from this 2013 gem, it's not merely a hallowed Rhone liquid that is set free, rather the embodiment of Delas Freres' love letter to the wine investor, it's a testament to vintage, stalwart resolve and a captivating layering of terroir. Similar to unearthing a buried timepiece of the past, this bottle rewards patient investment with a story infused with time and bottled passion. Here lies the beauty of 2013 Hermitage les Bessards - an investment in the union of art, science, and nature’s unpredictable rhythm.