M. Chapoutier : La Mordorée 2006

A complex and balanced red wine from Côte-Rôtie

The estate

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

As a winemaker and merchant, Michel Chapoutier has managed over the vintages to lead this family business to the top. The wines of the Chapoutier House are recognized for their refinement and high quality by the finest connoisseurs beyond borders. A man of many hats, Michel Chapoutier holds the world record for 100/100 scores awarded by American critic Robert Parker. Mathilde, Michel Chapoutier's daughter, has taken up the torch of this iconic house, overseeing a vineyard of over 350 hectares across the most prestigious appellations of the northern and southern Rhône Valley.

The vineyard

The Mordorée 2006 from M. Chapoutier is a Côte-Rôtie wine made from old syrah vines. Located on the edge of the Côte blonde, this plot is planted on soils composed of chloritic and ferruginous micaschists. The vineyard is certified in biodynamics and organic farming.

Vinification and aging

Harvested at full maturity, the grapes undergo total destemming. Vinification in concrete vats, accompanied by daily pumping over to promote optimal extraction of color and tannins. Exclusive use of free-run juice. The aging lasts 14 to 18 months and is carried out in 225-liter barrels.

Blend

Syrah (100%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for La Mordorée 2006 from M. Chapoutier

Tasting

Color
This red wine has a deep hue.

Nose
Driven by spices, the nose offers fragrances of raspberry and violet enhanced by subtle touches of black olive, tapenade, and rosemary.

Palate
Generous, the palate reveals a beautiful balance and an elegant structure.

Food and wine pairing

This wine from the Rhône Valley pairs ideally with small game (pheasant, mallard) and poultry (duck breast with cranberries, roast woodcock).