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M. Chapoutier : Le Méal 2023

Name: M. Chapoutier : Le Méal 2023
Brand: M. Chapoutier
SKU: F289/23
Price: 344 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.47 (166 reviews)

Selection Parcellaire -

Rhone Valley

Ermitage

- Red - See details

J. Robinson | 17++

Vinous - A. Galloni | 94

€1,032.00 Incl. VAT

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€344.00 / Unit

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Packaging : a case of 3 Bottles (75cl)

1 x 75CL

€346.00

3 x 75CL

€1,032.00

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Marks and reviews

/100

Decanter

Pure blackberry with a touch of juniper. Soft and juicy style, with plenty of ripe fruit and ripe tannins. The alcohol is quite generous for the vintage; it certainly has power and concentration, perhaps just a little soft in tannin for this cuvée. Lush, easy-going but concentrated. 15% whole bunch, from lieu-dit Le Méal.

/100

Vinous

Nicolas Greinacher

The classic 2023 Ermitage Le Méal makes its first impression with graphite dust, wild dark cherry, slender cedar and spicy tones. Sumptuously weighted, gently structured and totally reviving, the 2023 is a highly elegant red Ermitage from Chapoutier, doubling down with precision-poise on the long and complex close.

/100

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Yohan Castaing

In comparison to the 2022, the 2023 Ermitage Le Méal is markedly different in style. Revealing a harmonious, lively bouquet of flowers, dark wild berries, cassis, violet and grapefruit, it’s medium- to full-bodied, dense and powerful, supported by racy acidity and a fleshy core of fruit framed by vibrant, velvety tannins, concluding with a long, ethereal and perfumed finish. Sourced from a parcel located at the foot of Le Méal on sedimentary soils and alluvial deposits, 80% of the wine matured in large barrels and 20% was in smaller barrels, with around 15% new oak used for the large-format barrels.

Description

Characteristics and tasting advice for the 2023 Méal from M. Chapoutier

Tasting

Nose
Intense and vibrant, the nose opens with notes of blackberry coulis, cold smoke, and concentrated juice. With aeration, the bouquet gains depth, unveiling hints of blueberry and sweet spices.

Palate
Ample and silky, the palate entices with its refined tannins and a finish that is both fresh and fruity, marked by a beautiful persistence.

A precise and balanced Red wine from the Rhône Valley

The estate

Founded in Tain-L’Hermitage in 1808, the Maison M. Chapoutier is now among the leading names in Rhône Valley wines. As both winegrower and merchant, Michel Chapoutier has elevated this family business to the highest level over successive vintages. His wines, acclaimed by connoisseurs worldwide, stand out for their finesse and exceptional quality. Holder of the world record for 100/100 scores awarded by American critic Robert Parker, Michel Chapoutier has handed over the reins of the company to his daughter Mathilde, who now oversees more than 350 hectares spread across the finest appellations of the Northern and Southern Rhône Valley.

The vineyard

Le Méal is an Ermitage wine from a rigorous parcel selection, originating exclusively from the eponymous hillside. These elevated terraces, with soils of rolled pebbles and clay, are home to centenary vines with controlled yields, ensuring particularly concentrated grapes.

Grape variety
100% Syrah.

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