{"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. 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\u003eThe grapes producing “De l’Orée” come from “Les Murets” plot. This soil is composed of ancient fluvioglacial alluvial deposits. 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. From organically grown grapes.\" (Jul 2018)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BREAKTHRU","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":53506104885613,"sku":null,"price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/m-chapoutier-de-lOree-blanc-nv-bottle-scaled.jpg?v=1734375593","url":"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/products\/m-chapoutier-ermitage-de-loree-blanc-2015-cotes-du-roussillon-france-xx","provider":"Artisan W\u0026S","version":"1.0","type":"link"}