Chapoutier - Ermitage - Le Méal - Blanc - 2019

Wine:

Arguably the most complex of all the lieux-dits, the 2019 White Ermitage Le Méal is a gem of richness and finesse. Pear, melon, and citrus flavors mingle deliciously in an ultra-fresh palate that lacks neither generosity nor breadth. The zesty, slightly saline finish marks its graceful identity; a great white wine to reserve for the table, with a delicate fish, in a few years. Rated 96+/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, whole grapes pressed, vinification 50% in new demi-muids and 50% in vats, aged 100% in barrels with stirring between 10 and 12 months.

Organic and Biodynamic wine, certified by Demeter.

Color:

Pale and bright golden yellow.

Nose:

Aromas of yellow fruits, pineapple and lemon, accompanied by sweet honeyed notes.

Palate:

Ample and structured, this bottle with a mineral character delivers a complex and authoritative palate, with a fine bitterness on the palate.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Scallops on a bed of leeks, poached poultry with cream.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2038.

Renowned winemaker, at the head of one of the most esteemed estates of the Rhone Valley region, Michel Chapoutier presides over a phenomenal collection of Crus. 

Leader of the biodynamic movement in viticulture, Michel Chapoutier is one of the greatest winemakers of all time. A true craftsman, he creates great wines that represent the best qualities of their appellation.

Particularly on the Hermitage terroir, his favorite part of the region, where he makes anthology parcel wines. These terroir wines, produced biodynamically, are the height of complexity and refinement. Crafted to perfection, they have few equivalents.