{"product_id":"m-chapoutier-crozes-hermitage-petite-ruche-2020-northern-rhone-france","title":"M. Chapoutier Crozes-Hermitage \"Petite Ruche\" 2020 (Northern Rhone, France) - [JD 90] [VM 90]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetite Ruche translates to \"little beehive,\" which is a very appropriate name, as the vineyards were formerly dedicated to beekeeping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking\/Vineyard Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Crozes-Hermitage is vinified in cement vats with two pump-overs per day. Vatting lasts between 3 and 4 weeks after the alcoholic fermentation. Aged in vats. Soils for the Petite Ruche are composed of high alluvial deposit terraces all of which are well-drained, and organically tended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA beautiful nose of red berries, blackcurrant and raspberry followed by a palate with beautiful freshness and roundness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2020 Crozes Hermitage La Petite Ruche is a real gem in the vintage, offering juicy darker fruits, some classic peppery, gamey, bacon fat-like characteristics, medium body, supple tannins, and a clean, lengthy finish.\" (Dec 2022)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Deep, brilliant violet color. Displays ripe red berry and cherry aromas that are complemented by cracked pepper and earth nuances. In a lithe, juicy style, offering jammy red and blue fruit flavors and a hint of salty olive. The persistent finish is framed by supple tannins and shows an appealing floral note. Raised almost entirely in concrete vats, with a bit aged in used barriques. Drinking Window: 2024-2030.\" -Josh Raynolds (Dec 2022)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BREAKTHRU","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":67930582679917,"sku":null,"price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/Petite-Ruche-Rouge-NV-Bottle-333x1000.png?v=1698432397","url":"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/products\/m-chapoutier-crozes-hermitage-petite-ruche-2020-northern-rhone-france","provider":"Artisan W\u0026S","version":"1.0","type":"link"}