Chapoutier
Chapoutier
now produces the most diverse and complex wines to be found in the northern
Rhône. Since Michel Chapoutier took control of this
long-established firm in 1988, quality has soared.
All the vineyards are now run on biodynamic principles and now all the grapes in Hermitage and Châteauneuf are totally destemmed prior to fermentation. Previously, Chapoutier wines were criticised for the length of time they spent in old wood - Michel Chapoutier has thrown out the old chestnut foudres and now the wines spend a maximum of 18 months in small oak casks, up to a third of which are new. "Filtering a wine is like making love with a condom," says Michel Chapoutier and all his wines are bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Crucial to Michel Chapoutier's philosophy is the production of "téte de cuvées", which include La Mordorée made from 60 year old vines on the Côte Blonde and Hermitage La Pavillon from 70 year old vines at the base of Les Bessards. Michel Chapoutier first produced Hermitage Vin de Paille in 1990 and it is by far the finest sweet wine produced in the Rhône Valley.
All the vineyards are now run on biodynamic principles and now all the grapes in Hermitage and Châteauneuf are totally destemmed prior to fermentation. Previously, Chapoutier wines were criticised for the length of time they spent in old wood - Michel Chapoutier has thrown out the old chestnut foudres and now the wines spend a maximum of 18 months in small oak casks, up to a third of which are new. "Filtering a wine is like making love with a condom," says Michel Chapoutier and all his wines are bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Crucial to Michel Chapoutier's philosophy is the production of "téte de cuvées", which include La Mordorée made from 60 year old vines on the Côte Blonde and Hermitage La Pavillon from 70 year old vines at the base of Les Bessards. Michel Chapoutier first produced Hermitage Vin de Paille in 1990 and it is by far the finest sweet wine produced in the Rhône Valley.
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Crôzes-Hermitage, Les Meysonniers, Maison Chapoutier
France » Rhône » Crozes-Hermitage New
En Primeur
Special conditions apply
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Bottle
(75cl) |
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8.00
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Medium Bodied,
Dry,
Red,
Syrah/Shiraz,
For laying down,
12.5% alc.
Wines Lying in Barrel , Not available for delivery. The 2008 is a friendly and fruity affair at the front of the palate, with darker more peppery notes lending gravitas at the back. With bags of charm, this is made for early drinking. Drink 2010-2012. | ||||
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Crozes-Hermitage, Les Meysonniers, Michel Chapoutier
France » Rhône » Crozes-Hermitage |
Bottle
(75cl) |
£ 12.45 |
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Special case price
£
134.40
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Medium Bodied,
Dry,
Red,
Syrah/Shiraz,
Ready, but will keep,
12.5% alc.
A perennial favourite; famously and incomprehensibly described by Michel as ‘more disco than baroque’, a celebration of Syrah at its most accessible and friendly, with plums, pepper and bright fruit to the fore. Simon Field M.W. - Rhône Buyer Drink 2009-2013 . | ||||
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Crozes-Hermitage, Les Meysonniers, Maison Chapoutier
France » Rhône » Crozes-Hermitage |
Bottle
(75cl) |
£ 13.25 |
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£
142.80
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Medium Bodied,
Dry,
Red,
Syrah/Shiraz,
Ready, but will keep,
12.5% alc.
Les Meysonniers has long been the benchmark Crozes- Hermitage. The wine displays such rich, ripe berry flavours and supple tannins that its ageing potential could well be overlooked, but the 2007 is utterly delicious right now. Drink 2009-2012 . | ||||
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Châteauneuf-du-Pape, La Bernardine, Michel Chapoutier
France » Rhône » Châteauneuf du Pape |
Bottle
(75cl) |
£ 21.95 |
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Special case price
£
237.00
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Full Bodied,
Dry,
Red,
Southern Rhône Blend,
For laying down,
15% alc.
The 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape La Bernardine’s dark ruby/purple color is followed by abundant aromas of sweet cassis, smoky black cherries, roasted herbs, and spice. This medium to full-bodied, supple-textured 2006 is best drunk over the next 8-10 years. (Robert Parker -Wine Advocate - ... MORE The Wine Advocate Score: 90/100 | ||||
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Hermitage Blanc, Chante Alouette, Maison Chapoutier
France » Rhône » Hermitage New
En Primeur
Special conditions apply
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Bottle
(75cl) |
£
22.00
(In Bond)
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Medium Bodied,
Dry,
White,
White Rhône Blend,
For laying down,
12.5% alc.
Wines Lying in Barrel , Not available for delivery. We are delighted to welcome back this poetically named white wine, in 2008 a very fine and nicely balanced expression of Marsanne. Apricot, lanolin, almond and even a touch of Mirabelle plum are all evidenced here. This is currently very forward and inviting. Drink 2011-2015. | ||||
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Châteauneuf-du-Pape, La Bernardine, Maison Chapoutier
France » Rhône » Châteauneuf du Pape |
Bottle
(75cl) |
£ 23.45 |
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£
126.60
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Full Bodied,
Dry,
Red,
Southern Rhône Blend,
For laying down,
15% alc.
The largest production wine is the Chateauneuf du Pape La Bernardine, and the 2007 is an elegant effort displaying plenty of black cherry, raspberry, loamy soil, pepper, and mineral notes. Medium to full-bodied and pure with a lovely texture as well as an easy-to-appreciate style, it is ... MORE Drink 2008-2023 . Parker Score: 90/100 | ||||
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Hermitage, Monier de la Sizeranne, Maison Chapoutier
France » Rhône » Hermitage New
En Primeur
Special conditions apply
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Bottle
(75cl) |
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29.00
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Full Bodied,
Dry,
Red,
Syrah/Shiraz,
For laying down,
12.5% alc.
Wines Lying in Barrel , Not available for delivery. Sizeranne is made for relatively early drinking but is very rewarding, with silky tannins diligently woven together and its blended whole capturing the best of the constituent parts, which originate in the vineyards of Méal, Bessards and Greffieux. Drink 2012-2018. | ||||
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Côte-Rôtie, Les Bécasses Michel Chapoutier
France » Rhône » Côte Rotie |
Bottle
(75cl) |
£ 31.95 |
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£
345.00
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Medium-Full Bodied,
Dry,
Red,
Syrah/Shiraz,
Ready, but will improve,
12.5% alc.
This premium Côte-Rôtie delivers a powerful yet finely-structured wine, introducing intense aromas on the nose (rapsberry, hints of violet, a touch of olive and "tapenade", of rosemary and crashed peppercorns) leading to a full- flavoured palate, with an aftertaste of smoky wood, ... MORE | ||||
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Côte-Rôtie, Les Bécasses Michel Chapoutier
France » Rhône » Côte Rotie |
Bottle
(75cl) |
£ 34.95 |
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Special case price
£
377.40
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Medium-Full Bodied,
Dry,
Red,
Syrah/Shiraz,
For laying down,
12.5% alc.
Big and expansive yet very approachable, with savoury olive and rich raspberry fruit flavours and a very, very long finish. | ||||
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Hermitage, Monier la Sizeranne Michel Chapoutier
France » Rhône » Hermitage |
Bottle
(75cl) |
£ 35.95 |
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Special case price
£
388.20
Buy 12 and save £ 43.20 (10%) |
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Full Bodied,
Dry,
Red,
Syrah/Shiraz,
Ready, but will improve,
12.5% alc.
From an impressive holding of 26 hectares, which represents almost 20% of the whole of the Hermitage appellation, La Sizeranne is an assemblage of grapes from the plots of Méal, Bessards and Greffieux, each adding degrees of character and complexity to the blend. This displays attractive ... MORE | ||||
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