M. Chapoutier : Domaine Terlato et Chapoutier "L-Block" 2024

Tasting notes and serving advice for Domaine Terlato et Chapoutier "L-Block" 2024 by M. Chapoutier

Tasting

Appearance

With a deep and intense ruby color, this wine is enhanced by delicate violet reflections.

Nose

The aromatic bouquet opens with notes of black fruits such as blackberry and plum. It then develops floral hints of violet along with nuances of licorice, bringing beautiful complexity.

Palate

Fresh with a velvety mid-palate, the palate reveals fine, perfectly integrated tannins. It expresses spicy flavors of white pepper intertwined with notes of fresh wild strawberries, all supported by a lively acidity and a mineral backbone.

Food and wine pairings

This wine pairs wonderfully with grilled or roasted meats, such as a rare cut of beef served with pepper sauce, or herb-roasted lamb. It also complements game, such as venison, as well as mushroom-based dishes or grilled vegetables.

Serving and cellaring

With great aging potential, this Domaine Terlato et Chapoutier "L-Block" 2024 can be cellared and will evolve beautifully until around 2044.

The elegance and minerality of a wine from Victoria

The estate

Founded in 1808, the Maison M. Chapoutier is a leading wine institution in the Rhône Valley. Under the leadership of Michel Chapoutier from 1989 onward, the estate adopted biodynamics and parcel selection. Today, Mathilde and Maxime Chapoutier continue this legacy. The Maison stands out for including braille on its labels since 1996. In 2000, a partnership with the Terlato family gave rise to Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier, extending this expertise to the Victoria region in Australia.

The vineyard

Located in the Pyrenees region at an altitude of 400 meters, the L-shaped plot benefits from full southern exposure. This cool-climate terroir is distinguished by its mineral-rich soils composed of schist and flagstones blending limestone and quartz. These low-yielding vines have shown exceptional resilience, surviving thirteen years of drought without any irrigation, producing grapes of remarkable concentration.

The vintage

The 2024 vintage in Australia began with challenging climatic conditions, marked by flooding and fires in the region. However, from February onward, the weather became ideal. The end of rainfall in late January gave way to a dry and mild summer, followed by a warm and rain-free autumn. These conditions allowed for slow, steady, and optimal ripening of the berries, resulting in a harvest combining generous yields with exceptional quality.

Winemaking and aging

The grapes for Domaine Terlato et Chapoutier "L-Block" 2024 are fully destemmed before undergoing fermentation with indigenous yeasts in concrete tanks for approximately two weeks. This is followed by a prolonged maceration of one month with gentle pump-overs to refine the tannins. After pressing at the end of May, the wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels.

Grape variety

Domaine Terlato et Chapoutier "L-Block" 2024 by M. Chapoutier is made from 100% Syrah.