Retour Chapoutier - Collines Rhodaniennes - Bituit et Maximus - Red - 2022
COUNTRY/REGION: Rhône Valley
DESIGNATION: IGP Collines Rhodaniennes
COLOR: Red
VINTAGE: 2022
GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Syrah
ALCOHOL: 12 vol.
CONTENT: 75 cl
The tasting
Color Intense, brilliant red with violet highlights.
Nose Delicate and marked by Syrah, with lovely smoky notes, light and fresh.
Palate Repeats the characteristics of the nose, at once fresh, light and fine, the whole is accessible, tasty and aromatic.
The sommelier's advice
Temperature Serve between 14 and 16°C.
Food Artisanal cured meats, braised or grilled meats, Toulouse sausage, cheeses.
Cellar ageing From now until 2027.
The estate and the wine
The estate and the wine Michel Chapoutier is a Rhône Valley icon, renowned for his exceptional range of crus. With unparalleled winemaking expertise and an intimate understanding of the region’s vineyards, he has a knack for uncovering the finest terroirs. His wines are remarkably consistent, offering some of the most refined expressions of their appellations. A true benchmark in the world of wine.
Wine The 2022 Bituit et Maximus Red IGP Collines Rhodaniennes is a delicate, silky Syrah with elegant smoky notes. Light and fresh, it reveals crisp red berry aromas alongside fine tannins, creating a savoury and aromatic profile. Perfect to enjoy now, it pairs beautifully with cured meats or grilled dishes.
Vinification Hand and mechanical harvested, vinified in temperature-controlled concrete vats. Maceration for 3 weeks with gentle extraction.
Aged 10 months in concrete vats.
AWARDS
AWARDS Estate listed in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2025 (RVF)
Estate rated 5 stars in Guide Bettane & Desseauve 2025
Wine rated 90/100 by our Committee!