Vintage Character The 2020 Domaine Eymin Tichoux Seyssuel 'L'Arène' from the IGP Collines Rhodaniennes showcases the dramatic terroir of the left bank of the northern Rhône. A warm and dry growing season in 2020 led to early ripening, yielding concentrated grapes with balanced acidity and fine-grained tannins. Sourced from the steep, amphitheater-like slopes of Seyssuel, the vines thrive on distinctive, fractured schist soils that impart a striking mineral tension and structure to this pure Syrah.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing This expressive red wine opens with intense aromas of dark cherry, blackberry, and violet, layered with signature Northern Rhône notes of black pepper, smoked meat, and black olive tapenade. The medium-to-full-bodied palate reveals a velvety texture and an elegant mineral core, concluding with a long, graphite-driven finish. Pair this savory Syrah with classic French dishes like rosemary-infused roasted rack of lamb or pan-seared duck breast with cherry reduction.
Winery Background Helmed by winemaker Guillaume Eymin, the estate is a leading voice in the exciting historical renaissance of Seyssuel's ancient Roman vineyards. The winery adheres to strict organic farming and low-intervention cellar practices to ensure the authentic expression of this challenging, high-density terroir. With a micro-production of only about 4,000 bottles annually, this hand-harvested cuvée is aged carefully in oak to preserve its regional typicity and focus, representing a true benchmark of contemporary Rhône winemaking.