M. Chapoutier : Domaine de Tournon "Lady's Lane" 2025

Characteristics and tasting advice for Domaine de Tournon "Lady's Lane" 2025 by M. Chapoutier

Tasting

Appearance

The wine shows a deep red color, enlivened by bright purple highlights.

Nose

The nose opens with indulgent aromas of cherry and ripe red fruits, delicately enhanced by subtle notes of dark chocolate.

Palate

The palate is rich and full-bodied, driven by intense red fruit flavors, complemented by a hint of mocha and spices. The long, flavorful finish lingers on fine, elegant tannins.

A full-bodied and balanced Australian red wine

The estate

Established in 1808 in Tain-L’Hermitage, the Maison M. Chapoutier now embodies the elite of the greatest names in Rhône Valley wines.

A winemaker and négociant, Michel Chapoutier has, over the vintages, led this family business to the very top. The wines of Maison Chapoutier are recognized for their refinement and outstanding quality by the most discerning connoisseurs across the globe. A man of many talents, Michel Chapoutier holds the world record for the number of 100/100 scores awarded by American critic Robert Parker. Mathilde, Michel Chapoutier’s daughter, has taken over this iconic house, overseeing a vineyard of more than 350 hectares across the most prestigious appellations of the northern and southern Rhône Valley.

Over the vintages, Maison M. Chapoutier has developed its expertise in vineyards in Alsace, Roussillon, as well as in Australia.

The vineyard

Domaine de Tournon "Lady's Lane" is a Victoria wine made from vines grown on red soils dating back to the Cambrian era.

Winemaking and aging

The grapes are destemmed and then transferred to concrete tanks for fermentation. Maceration is long (4 to 6 weeks) with gentle extraction. Aged 100% in French oak barrels, with a low proportion of new barrels (10–15%), for 14 months.

Blend

Domaine de Tournon "Lady's Lane" 2025 by M. Chapoutier is made from 100% Syrah.