{"title":"Thursday 7\/16 Masterclass: 2x 100-Point Cult Chapoutier · Aged Library Experience","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwelve legendary wines from M. Chapoutier — including two 100-point Ermitage cuvées (Le Pavillon 2010 \u0026amp; Le Pavillon 2022), aged library releases from L’Ermite, Le Méal, and L’Orée, plus Le Clos, Les Granits, La Sizeranne, Chante-Alouette, Invitare Condrieu, Esteban sparkling Viognier, and the Banyuls Traditionnel. Poured Thursday, July 16 with M. Chapoutier US brand ambassador Antton Bastianaaggi from the winery in Tain-l’Hermitage.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chapoutiersizeranne12-w","title":"M. Chapoutier Hermitage \"Monier de la Sizeranne\" 2020 (Rhone, France) - [JS 95] [JD 94] [WS 94] [VM 93-95] [WA 93]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe name Chapoutier occupies a storied place in the history of the Rhône Valley, beginning 1808, when the family first settled in the Rhône Valley.\u003cspan\u003e Throughout the 19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e century and well into the next, M. CHAPOUTIER and its eponymous winery grew steadily, producing wine from esteemed vineyard sites such as Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. However, 1990 was a watershed moment for the winery, with the arrival of Michel Chapoutier. Under his leadership, the maverick winemaker established bold initiatives. For example, the introduction of Single Vineyard Selection that express the unique terroir of a site, or wine labels embossed in braille for the visually impaired. In each instance, Michel’s decisions were, and continue to be, driven by a deep respect for the soil, climate, and his fellow human beings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Deep garnet red. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e red fruit (rapberry, blackcurrant), with a hint of licorice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e Round and elegant wine with concentrated and gentle tannins. The final is on blackcurrant, raspberry and spicy (pepper) aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Hermitage “Monier de la Sizeranne” comes from a blending of different soils from West to East: • “les Bessards”: from a granitic origin, it constitutes the “soul” of a good Hermitage. • “le Méal”: old alluvial terraces, with a lot of gravels and shingles more or less calcareous. • “les Greffieux”: silty soil with shingles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification: \u003c\/strong\u003eEntirely destemmed, the grapes ferment in concrete tanks. From one to two daily treadings ensure a good extraction. Temperature varies between 30 and 33°C.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeing: \u003c\/strong\u003e18 months ageing, 85% of which takes place in oak barrels, giving the wine its notes of oak. The remaining 15% is aged in concrete tanks to preserve minerality and freshness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14%\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An excellent Hermitage with the imposing structure we expect from this appellation, but also excellent balance. Stacks of elderberry and pepper, and also a touch of leather. So much depth and expression, but not a jot overbearing or heavy. In spite of the serious tannins at the finish there are wonderful flashes of red and black berry fruit. From blocks with granitic and sedimentary soils. Some whole bunch. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drinkable now, but best from 2025.\" (Apr 2023)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Jeb Dunnuck: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Leading off the Hermitage, the 2020 Hermitage Monier De La Sizeranne is as classic as they come and has a balanced, layered, impressively structured profile as well as ample dark fruits, some smoky, meaty, leathery nuances, ripe tannins, plenty of mid-palate depth, and a great finish. Coming from a mix of terroirs, destemmed, and aged 16 months in a mix of barrels and demi-muids (20% new), this serious, age-worthy Hermitage will benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age and keep for over two decades.\" (Dec 2022)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This meaty, rich, polished Hermitage is intense and focused, showing serious tension between the plum, grilled cherry and smoking incense notes and the mounting mineral energy. This wine's elements are rounded out with warm earth, silky ganache and graphite on the nicely textured finish. Drink now through 2040. 150 cases imported.\" – Kristen Bieler (Mar 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93-95 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Saturated ruby. Vibrant, smoke-accented cherry, dark berry and floral aromas are complicated by suggestions of black pepper and licorice. Supple and broad on the palate, offering pliant black raspberry, bitter cherry, candied violet and spicecake flavors that become sweeter as the wine opens up. A floral pastille note builds on the persistent, floral-driven finish, which shows fine delineation and round, slowly building tannins. The 2016 rendition of this wine was showing beautifully this past June, with highly expressive floral and mineral notes, pliant texture and resounding blue fruit character. It has miles to go, but it's pretty gorgeous right now.\" - Josh Raynolds (Dec 2022)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Wine Advocate: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2020 Hermitage Monier de la Sizeranne is loaded with cassis and blueberries—it's a really fruit-forward Hermitage, but one that still shows a modicum of granitic restraint on the medium to full-bodied palate, smooth, silky tannins and an elegant finish.\"'' – Joe Czerwinski (May 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BREAKTHRU","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":40872936046751,"sku":"390514 (6pk)","price":154.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/Sizeranne-Red-NV-Bottle.png?v=1783545842"},{"product_id":"m-chapoutier-ermitage-lermite-rouge-2021-cotes-du-roussillon-france-js-100-jd-94-97-ws-96","title":"M. Chapoutier \"Ermitage L'Ermite\" Rouge 2011 (Cotes du Roussillon, France) - [WA 98+] [JD 98] [DM 97] [WS 97] [VM 94]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe name Chapoutier occupies a storied place in the history of the Rhône Valley, beginning 1808, when the family first settled in the Rhône Valley.\u003cspan\u003e Throughout the 19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e century and well into the next, M. CHAPOUTIER and its eponymous winery grew steadily, producing wine from esteemed vineyard sites such as Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. However, 1990 was a watershed moment for the winery, with the arrival of Michel Chapoutier. Under his leadership, the maverick winemaker established bold initiatives. For example, the introduction of Single Vineyard Selection that express the unique terroir of a site, or wine labels embossed in braille for the visually impaired. In each instance, Michel’s decisions were, and continue to be, driven by a deep respect for the soil, climate, and his fellow human beings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSituated at the top of the Hermitage hill, around the chapel, in a place named the Ermite. The vines are 80 years old and are on granitic soils which are very poor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe harvest which is 100% destemmed, is matured in concrete tanks. Fermentation lasts around 4 weeks, to obtain soft and stable tannins to keep the wine for a very long time. The temperature does not exceed 32°C to enable good quality extraction. To make this wine, only the free-run juice is used. Free run juice is immediately transferred into new and one-year-old casks to be matured from 18 to 20 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Syrah\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14%  abv\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDisplays a very deep, virtually opaque garnet hue. The nose reveals black fruits with spices and India ink overtones. On the palate: tannins are both powerful and velvety. Smoky and pepper overtones express wonderfully the Syrah variety on granitic soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98+ Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"As expected, the 2011 Ermitage l’Ermite, which comes from the lieu-dit of the same name, is more backward and focused, with a slightly closed, tight profile. Slowly giving up ample cassis and black raspberry fruit, graphite, licorice and edgy minerality, it is full-bodied, deeply concentrated and tannic, yet still never puts a foot wrong and is perfectly balanced and seamless. Give it 3-4 years in the cellar and enjoy over the following two decades or more.\" - Jeb Dunnuck (Dec 2013)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e98 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"The 2011 Ermitage L'Ermite is a killer Hermitage that offers a huge bouquet of thick crème de cassis and black raspberry fruits as well as the classic minerality, graphite, and licorice notes this cuvée always shows. Full-bodied, dense, and concentrated on the palate, it’s a glorious effort that’s still moderately backward and tannic yet is just now starting to round the corner. It’s going to be very long lived, especially for a 2011.\" (Apr 2020)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points - Decanter Magazine: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBeguilingly fragrant, this Ermite oscillates between smoky, toasty, earthy characters and high-toned sweet fruit. Notes of grilled red pepper, stewed strawberries and hot soil. The tannins are like thick-set yoghurt in nature: dense but incredibly silky.\" - Natalie Earl (Jun 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTightly coiled, with a briary frame around the core of intense steeped plum, red currant and black cherry fruit. An iron spine drives the focused finish. A wine of cut and precision that will need time to stretch out fully. Best from 2016 through 2030. 16 cases imported.\" - JM (May 2014)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpaque ruby. An explosively perfumed bouquet features blackberry, cassis, cola, potpourri and smoky Indian spices. Broad, concentrated and alluringly sweet, with pliant dark fruit and violet pastille flavors showing wonderful depth as well as purity and vivacity. Bright mineral and spice notes accent the long, penetrating finish, which is firmed by silky, harmonious tannins.\" - Josh Raynolds (Mar 2014)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BREAKTHRU","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":51727003844973,"sku":"","price":879.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/m-chapoutier-lErmite-rouge-nv-bottle-scaled.jpg?v=1734377411"},{"product_id":"m-chapoutier-saint-joseph-le-clos-rouge-2018-northern-rhone-france-jd-97-wa-95-97-vm-93-9594","title":"M. Chapoutier Saint-Joseph \"Le Clos\" Rouge 2018 (Northern Rhone, France) - [JD 97] [WA 95-97] [WS 95] [VM 94]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe name Chapoutier occupies a storied place in the history of the Rhône Valley, beginning 1808, when the family first settled in the Rhône Valley.\u003cspan\u003e Throughout the 19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e century and well into the next, M. CHAPOUTIER and its eponymous winery grew steadily, producing wine from esteemed vineyard sites such as Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. However, 1990 was a watershed moment for the winery, with the arrival of Michel Chapoutier. Under his leadership, the maverick winemaker established bold initiatives. For example, the introduction of Single Vineyard Selection that express the unique terroir of a site, or wine labels embossed in braille for the visually impaired. In each instance, Michel’s decisions were, and continue to be, driven by a deep respect for the soil, climate, and his fellow human beings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe grapes bunches are cut then transported to the winery in small crates. Alcoholic fermentation is carried out in a small, 30 HL, concrete vat with long maceration for around 5 weeks. Entirely in barrels for around 20 months period (25% new barrels).\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark, garnet black with purple highlights throughout. The nose is lovely with notes of dark cherry and blackberry and beautiful minerality with graphite notes. The palate is soft, rich and elegant on entry with very fine, silky tannins. A long-lingering finish and aromatic notes are reminiscent of the granite terroir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I've loved every vintage of this cuvée and the 2018 Saint Joseph Le Clos is undoubtedly with the best of them. Incredibly complex notes of black raspberries, flowers, lavender, bouquet garni, and a terrific sense of elegance all emerge from the glass, and this full-bodied beauty has a silky, elegant texture, great tannins, and one seriously lengthy finish. It shows more spice and meaty nuances with time in the glass and this is more Hermitage than your classic Saint Joseph. Enjoy bottles any time over the coming 20 years. (Drink between 2020-2040)\" (Nov 2020)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95-97 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The impressive 2018 Saint-Joseph Le Clos offers up notes of both black cherries and black olives. It's full-bodied, rich and concentrated, with a velvety-textured but mouthwatering finish and some dusty tannins.\" - Joe Czerwinski (Dec 2019)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This red makes a fruit-driven impression initially, with a core of dark plum, currant and blackberry compote flavors, but they're well-harnessed with a graphite spine and infused liberally with smoldering tobacco, alder and warm earth accents, giving it a much fuller range. The finish is well-built and moves slowly and steadily. One for the cellar. Best from 2022 through 2035. 9 cases imported.\" - JM (Aug 2021)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Inky ruby color. Highly perfumed, mineral-accented black raspberry, cherry-cola and violet scents pick up olive and succulent floral notes with air. Juicy, energetic and alluringly sweet, offering intense, mineral-tinged red and blue fruit preserves, spicecake and floral pastille flavors that become deeper and spicier as the wine opens up. The floral and mineral notes carry emphatically through an impressively long, energetic finish that features harmonious tannins and a suggestion of candied licorice. (Drink between 2024-2034).\" - Josh Raynolds (Dec 2022)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BREAKTHRU","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":51834686144877,"sku":"","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/m-chapoutier-le-clos-nv-bottle-scaled.jpg?v=1741805520"},{"product_id":"m-chapoutier-banyuls-traditionnel-2012-500ml-roussillon-france","title":"M. Chapoutier Banyuls Traditionnel 2012 - 500mL (Roussillon, France) - [WA 92]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe name Chapoutier occupies a storied place in the history of the Rhône Valley, beginning 1808, when the family first settled in the Rhône Valley.\u003cspan\u003e Throughout the 19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e century and well into the next, M. CHAPOUTIER and its eponymous winery grew steadily, producing wine from esteemed vineyard sites such as Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. However, 1990 was a watershed moment for the winery, with the arrival of Michel Chapoutier. Under his leadership, the maverick winemaker established bold initiatives. For example, the introduction of Single Vineyard Selection that express the unique terroir of a site, or wine labels embossed in braille for the visually impaired. In each instance, Michel’s decisions were, and continue to be, driven by a deep respect for the soil, climate, and his fellow human beings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"productDegustationItem clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"productDegustationItemContent\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemHeader\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"productDegustationItemTitle\"\u003eAppearance:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemBody\"\u003eFrom garnet red to mahogany according to the age. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"productDegustationItemContent\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemHeader\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"productDegustationItemTitle\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"productDegustationItemContent\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemHeader\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"productDegustationItemTitle\"\u003eNose:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemBody\"\u003ePowerful, shifting between black fruit and red berries, giving it a lovely freshness, subtly complemented by notes of cocoa. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"productDegustationItemContent\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemBody\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eGrape varieties:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGrenache noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemHeader\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"productDegustationItemTitle\"\u003eHarvest:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemBody\"\u003eThe crop is hand-harvested when grapes are very ripe. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemBody\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemHeader\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"productDegustationItemTitle\"\u003eVinification: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe grapes are destemmed and crushed. The maceration is long with an addition of alcohol to favour the extraction of aromas and tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemHeader\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"productDegustationItemTitle\"\u003eAgeing: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe wine is aged for 8 months in vat in a reducing environment. After bottling, and before its release for sale, the wine undergoes another 3 months’ ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemHeader\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"productDegustationItemTitle\"\u003eSoil: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTerraced vineyards on old mica-schist from the Primary era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e16%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings and Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"In addition to the dry reds, Chapoutier also produces a rock solid Banyuls. The 2012 is no exception and offers loads of mulled red and black fruits, sweet licorice and spice in its voluptuous, sweet and rounded profile. It can be enjoyed anytime over the coming decade or more.\" -  Jeb Dunnuck (Apr 2014)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e89 Points - Wine Spectator: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A sweet, juicy red, with cherry tart and mincemeat flavors that feature some stemmy notes. Spice, cream and milk chocolate accents emerge on the rich finish. Drink now through 2030. 1,163 cases imported.\" - Kim Marcus (Sep 2014)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BREAKTHRU","offers":[{"title":"500 ml","offer_id":53260994773357,"sku":null,"price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/5c8d0173-6b17-4958-8d49-c57b9ef22ea6_1000_m.jpg?v=1783540398"},{"product_id":"m-chapoutier-ermitage-le-pavilion-rouge-2022-cotes-du-roussillon-france-jd-100-js-98-dm-96-vm-96-ws-96-wa-92","title":"M. Chapoutier \"Ermitage Le Pavilion\" Rouge 2022 (Cotes du Roussillon, France) - [JD 100] [JS 98] [DM 96] [VM 96] [WS 96]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe name Chapoutier occupies a storied place in the history of the Rhône Valley, beginning 1808, when the family first settled in the Rhône Valley.\u003cspan\u003e Throughout the 19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e century and well into the next, M. CHAPOUTIER and its eponymous winery grew steadily, producing wine from esteemed vineyard sites such as Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. However, 1990 was a watershed moment for the winery, with the arrival of Michel Chapoutier. Under his leadership, the maverick winemaker established bold initiatives. For example, the introduction of Single Vineyard Selection that express the unique terroir of a site, or wine labels embossed in braille for the visually impaired. In each instance, Michel’s decisions were, and continue to be, driven by a deep respect for the soil, climate, and his fellow human beings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrapes are hand-harvested to the limit of over-maturity. Due to their age, these vines give low yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinification: Totally destemmed, the grapes ferment in concrete tanks. From one to two daily treadings ensure a good extraction. The temperature of fermentation does not exceed 32°C. Maceration lasts between 4 and 5 weeks, to obtain a polymerization of tannins. Only the free-run wine is used for this single vineyard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgeing:\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemHeader\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"productDegustationItemTitle\"\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemBody\"\u003eThe wine is matured in oak casks (with a 30% average proportion of new ones) between 18 and 20 months. The clarification is natural.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemBody\"\u003e100% Syrah\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemBody\"\u003e14% abv\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"A profound and utterly gorgeous wine, the 2022 Ermitage Le Pavillon reveals notes of ozone, graphite, asphalt, ripe black fruits, and leather. Full-bodied, concentrated, and rich on the palate, it has plenty of ripe tannins and a blockbuster finish. Coming all from the Les Bessards lieu-dit located on the western side of Hermitage, this beauty was 85% destemmed and spent 18 months in a mix of demi-muids and puncheons. It has riveting purity, depth, and length, and certainly tops out my scale. Hide bottles for 7-8 years and enjoy through 2062. Drink 2032-2060\" (May 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Dense and well-composed, this showcases mulberries, plums, roasted meat, dried herbs, leather and stones. Full-bodied with ripe, sinewy tannins. The spicy influence on this warm, dry vintage brings vivacity, intensity and character to a concentrated core of dark berries. This shows solid frame and structure and a lingering, peppery finish. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drink from 2029.\" (Apr 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - Decanter Magazine: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \"Plum and damson compote, star anise and soy on the nose. This is fresh and lithe, with marked acidity and a great explosion of flavour; bright as a meteor. Not as long as some vintages on the finish, but certainly makes an impression. The pH is at 3.6 naturally through concentration, and nearly 14% alcohol. Remarkably athletic in acid and tannin for a 2022. From lieu-dit Les Bessards.” – Matt Walls (Sep 2023)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - Vinous Media: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The pristine 2022 Ermitage Le Pavillon stands tall next to both the 2021 and 2023 vintages. Vividly displaying ripe black fruit, licorice, pencil shaving, crushed violet notes and a flicker of mocha, the full-bodied and concentrated 2022 shows even more richness on the palate than the Le Méal from the same vintage. Round and generous, this is a Le Pavillon for the hedonists, gracefully winding down with a long and savory finale.\" – Nicolas Greinacher (Jan 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"Seriously concentrated and densely packed, with wave after wave of açaí, plum and peppercorn threaded with savory tones of forest floor, tobacco, singed lard and apple wood smoke. Tannins move in, keeping an expert hold, while an energetic jolt of acidity brings vibrancy to the supple broadness. This will truly shine after a few more years in the cellar. Best from 2026 through 2040. 15 cases imported.” – Kristen Bieler (Feb 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BREAKTHRU","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":53506080735597,"sku":null,"price":479.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/ChapoutierPavilion.jpg?v=1734377092"},{"product_id":"m-chapoutier-ermitage-de-loree-blanc-2015-cotes-du-roussillon-france-xx","title":"M. Chapoutier \"Ermitage de L'Oree\" Blanc 2015 (Cotes du Roussillon, France) - [WA 98] [VM 97] [DM 96] [JS 96]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe name Chapoutier occupies a storied place in the history of the Rhône Valley, beginning 1808, when the family first settled in the Rhône Valley.\u003cspan\u003e Throughout the 19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e century and well into the next, M. 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The 60–70-year-old vines guarantee low yields and very high-quality production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrapes are hand-harvested at maturity. After pressing, the must is cold-settling for around 24 hours. Approximately 50% is vinified in big wooden barrels (600 liters) with regular stirrings of the lees, the rest is in vats. Maturing on lees with regular stirrings for 6 months. Before bottling, the ageing in casks is checked by frequent tastings. The maturing lasts between 10 and 12 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Marsanne\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13.5% ABBV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLight gold. The nose is \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eslightly earthy with notes of toasted almonds, struck pebbles and popcorn\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eFresh on entry. Lovely sweetness and loads of dry extract. The light tannic structure adds freshness and energy. Notes of butter and toasted sweetcorn. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely finish with notes of grilled sesame and white-fleshed fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e98 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"Of the three sélection parcellaire whites, the 2015 Ermitage de l’Orée is the most fresh and lively, with full-bodied richness and depth in its pineapple, mint, tropical fruits, toasted bread, brioche and liquid rock-styled aromas and flavors. It has good acidity, a stacked mid-palate and one seriously long finish.\" - Jeb Dunnuck (Dec 2016)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e97 Points - Vinous Media:\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2015 Ermitage Blanc De L'Orée exhales fragrant dried blossom, dried ginger and quince. Notes of straw, toast and saffron add more complexity. Packed with ample concentration and intensity, the energetic 2015 dances across the palate. Athletic and alluring, this is an outstanding Blanc De L'Orée that currently sits in a perfect drinking spot. It leaves a fine saline sensation on the impressive finale.\" - Nicolas Greinacher (Mar 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Brilliant Hermitage richness. Complex and provocative, this is in a different league.\" - John Livingstone-Learmonth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Super-spicy, almost white-pepper aromas with a wealth of lemon and grapefruit, dried-herb and more savory, mealy, almond-pastry-like notes. The palate has essence-like, lemon and grapefruit flavors. Some very smooth, long and fleshy fruit presence and power. Great depth. 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From one to two daily treadings ensure a good extraction. The temperature of fermentation does not exceed 32°C. Maceration lasts between 4 and 5 weeks, to obtain a polymerization of tannins. Only the free-run wine is used for this single vineyard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgeing:\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemHeader\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"productDegustationItemTitle\"\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemBody\"\u003eThe wine is matured in oak casks (with a 30% average proportion of new ones) between 18 and 20 months. The clarification is natural.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemBody\"\u003e100% Syrah\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"productDegustationItemBody\"\u003e14% abv\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting like the concentrated blood from an aged and grilled strip steak, the 2010 Ermitage Le Pavillon boasts a black\/purple color along with creme de cassis, camphor, pen ink, white flower and lead pencil shaving characteristics in its massive, full-bodied personality. It almost defies description because of its ethereal concentration and off-the-charts extract levels. This is not for the faint of heart, or those who lack patience, as it will require 10-15 years of bottle age, and, as previously stated, will keep for 50 or more. There are just over 1,000 cases of the 2010 Le Pavillon, another perfect wine in the constellation of profound wines produced by Michel Chapoutier.\u003c\/span\u003e\" - Robert Parker (Dec 2012)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDensely packed, with zesty loganberry, blueberry coulis, plum skin and blackberry paste flavors, presenting a hefty backdrop of ganache and graphite that takes over on the very long finish. A lovely alder note echoes in the background. 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This wine is built for the long haul; I wouldn't touch it for at least another decade.\u003c\/span\u003e\" – Josh Raynolds (Mar 2013)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Decanter Magazine: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRich and powerful, with some notes of torrefaction and minerality. 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This Condrieu \"Invitare\" is an invitation to a very enjoyable drinking experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape variety - \u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Viognier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeing potential - \u003c\/strong\u003e 5 years.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification -\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhole-grape pressing ; moderate use of sulphur. Light settling. 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Drink or hold.\" (Apr 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Prominent quince, white peach, vanilla, melon, candy, apricot jam, cedar and pastry introduce the 2022 Condrieu Invitare. Viscously textured and offering excellent purity of fruit, the 2022 is neatly balanced by moderate levels of soft acidity. Offering a little more ripeness and expression than the 2021, this complex 2022 Condrieu should drink well over the next three years.” – Nicolas Greinacher (Mar 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e91 Points - Jeb Dunnuck: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2022 Condrieu Invitare comes from the northern part of the Condrieu (there's a splash from vines near Limony). It's an outstanding wine, offering pretty orange, quince, and floral notes as well as a kiss of minerality. Balanced and medium-bodied, it has a bright, refreshing profile and a great finish. 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Maturing on lees with regular stirrings for 6 months. Before bottling, the ageing in casks is checked by frequent tastings. The maturing lasts between 10 and 12 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Marsanne\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13.5% ABBV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGolden yellow. The nose is \u003cspan\u003emineral with floral overtones of honeysuckle and lily in its youth, Tabasco, wax, honey\u003c\/span\u003e. The palate is \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewell-balanced. A very harmonious wine with a subtle final of spices developing into honey with ageing. 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This is an old fluvioglacial alluvial deposit soil with shingles which contribute to the soil warming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The vines (more than 50 years old) give low production and guarantee high quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrapes are hand-harvested at maturity. After pressing, the must is cold-settling for \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ebetween 24 and 48 hours. About 50% of the volume is vinified in big new wooden barrels (600 liters), the others ferment in vats.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBefore bottling, the wine is aged in casks, with stirrings of the lees, and is checked by frequent tastings. This is organoleptic criteria which determine the length of the wooded period. 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Very long in the mouth with a fresh final note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e98 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bigger and richer than the '01, the sensational 2000 Ermitage le Meal Blanc knocks it out of the park with its buttered peach, wood smoke, orange liqueur, honey and hazelnut-driven bouquet. A wine that should make any Hermitage Blanc lover's knees weak, this full-bodied, voluptuous and concentrated effort has fabulous purity and a blockbuster finish. Totally hedonistic, it still has another 2-3 decades of longevity.\" – Jeb Dunnuck (Sep 2015)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Light, bright gold. A highly perfumed bouquet evokes candied citrus fruits, nectarine, honeysuckle and beeswax, with a bright mineral overtone. Juicy, precise and deeply concentrated, offering fresh orchard fruit flavors and suggestions of bitter citrus pith and chalky minerals. Gains weight and power with air while maintaining its vivacity and finishes with outstanding clarity, thrust and persistence.\" – Josh Raynolds (Mar 2013)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Wine Spectator: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"Gorgeous, very ripe Hermitage. Almost late-harvest in style, but with a dry aftertaste. Very floral (jasmine or roses, perhaps), with a touch of dried fig and dried pineapple, offering wet earth and mineral on the harmonious, citrusy finish. Seamless from start to creamy finish. Will age for years. 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Excellent concentration and a wonderful vitality in spite of the moderate acidity. Then comes the saline minerality, which is married to a touch of bitter almonds in the long, structured finish. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but best from 2025.\" (Apr 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Wine Spectator: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"Complex and aromatic, with apricot liqueur and peach merging with honeyed chamomile and warm hay. Bitter almond skin and dried green herbs balance the richness of the fruit well, and subtle notes of earthy evolution glide out on the long, balanced finish. Drink now through 2030. 50 cases imported.\" – Kristen Bieler (Mar 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92+ Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Just bottled three weeks before this tasting, the 2021 Hermitage Chante-Alouette Blanc is all Marsanne that was brought up in 65% demi-muids and the balance in stainless steel. It's not going to match the 2020, but don't let that stop you, it has textbook Hermitage character and is medium-bodied, balanced, has integrated acidity, and a great finish. It's still tight and slightly reserved (no doubt due to its recent bottling) but offers impressive stone fruit, quince, and honeyed minerality, the purity and freshness of the vintage, and a great finish. It should benefit from 2-4 years in the cellar and drink brilliantly over the following 10-15 years.\" (Dec 2022)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Less richly and ripely fruited on the nose than a typical year, this has starfruit and yellow plum nuances, and a subtle flinty note in the background. The acidity is surprisingly low for a 2021 white Hermitage, but it's not unbalanced, with subtle, noble, bitter notes compensating. The oak work sits in the background and is unobtrusive. Broad but tense finish, this is a silky and compact iteration of this cuvée. Not terribly grand or mighty, but already approachable.\" – Matt Walls (Nov 2023)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"From a vintage that has proved very successful for the region's white wines, Chapoutier's 2021 Hermitage Chante-Alouette features aromas of beeswax, almond skin, melon and tangerine. It's medium-bodied, round, concentrated, nicely balanced and harmonious, with a long, citrusy finish.\" – Joe Czerwinski (May 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e91-93 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The medium-bodied 2021 Hermitage Blanc Chante-Alouette is a sapid white with good potential. Ripe peach, lemon peel, yellow apple, pear, spring blossom, flintstone and cedary shadings introduce it. Lean and refreshing, it packs a savory punch. 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