Chapoutier - Ermitage - Les Greffieux - Rouge - 2020

Wine:

The 2020 red Ermitage Les Greffieux was born at the foot of the Hermitage hill and fully restores the soul and character of this great terroir. Black fruits, fresh mint, spices, and violets are combined in a very full-bodied structure, with present and firm tannins, particularly concentrated in this vintage. Rich and powerful in aroma, it is also caressing thanks to a silky texture of great quality, with an affirmed delicacy and perfectly ripe tannins. Rated 96/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand harvested and entirely de-stemmed, long vinification in cement vats, natural extraction during maceration, aged 100% in barrels of 1 or 2 wines for 14 to 18 months.

Organic and Biodynamic wine, certified by Demeter.

Color:

Intense and deep red.

Nose:

Bouquet of violet, black fruits and mint subtly underlined by spicy notes.

Palate:

Both full-bodied and concentrated with fragrant flavors of fruit, this richly aromatic wine releases a juice with a delicate and silky texture.

Temperature:

Serve between 16 and 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Milk-fed lamb, roast duck with mushrooms, game.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2040.

Michel Chapoutier is the undisputed star of the Rhone Valley. An outstanding ambassador and precursor of biodynamic viticulture, driven by a vision of great wine, this instinctive winemaker is recognized worldwide; his wines are 100% consistent, delivering the most accomplished expressions of their respective terroirs vintage after vintage. 

In particular, on the Hermitage terroir, his favorite place, where he produces outstanding parcel-based wines in biodynamic viticulture. These wines are the epitome of complexity and refinement and are designed for years of aging.