M. Chapoutier
"Le Pavillon" Ermitage Syrah
Hermitage, Northern Rhône, Rhône, France
M. Chapoutier “Le Pavillon” Ermitage Rouge 2011, Rhône Valley, France 🇫🇷
Overview
A legendary single-parcel Hermitage Syrah from the Le Pavillon vineyard, planted on granite soils with vines averaging more than 65 years old. Production is extremely limited, with only a few thousand bottles produced.
Aromas & Flavors
Blackberry, raspberry, smoke, licorice, and dark chocolate with subtle notes of spice and tobacco.
Mouthfeel
Deep, powerful, and velvety with extraordinary structure and aging potential.
Food Pairings
Game meats, lamb, venison, or slow-braised beef.
Verdict
One of the most iconic Syrah expressions of Hermitage, combining power, precision, and immense aging potential.
🍷 Personal Pick
An incredibly subtle yet deeply structured Syrah that reminded me why tasting great wines is such a joyful experience. Sophisticated, intense, and beautifully balanced without ever becoming overwhelming. The aging potential is extraordinary.
M. Chapoutier “Le Pavillon” Ermitage Rouge 2011, Rhône Valley, France 🇫🇷
Overview
A legendary single-parcel Hermitage Syrah from the Le Pavillon vineyard, planted on granite soils with vines averaging more than 65 years old. Production is extremely limited, with only a few thousand bottles produced.
Aromas & Flavors
Blackberry, raspberry, smoke, licorice, and dark chocolate with subtle notes of spice and tobacco.
Mouthfeel
Deep, powerful, and velvety with extraordinary structure and aging potential.
Food Pairings
Game meats, lamb, venison, or slow-braised beef.
Verdict
One of the most iconic Syrah expressions of Hermitage, combining power, precision, and immense aging potential.
🍷 Personal Pick
An incredibly subtle yet deeply structured Syrah that reminded me why tasting great wines is such a joyful experience. Sophisticated, intense, and beautifully balanced without ever becoming overwhelming. The aging potential is extraordinary.
The most fragrant and silky sleek wine I've ever had. Berries as if reduced into their ultimate essence and placed in the bottle one eye dropper drop at a time.
The most fragrant and silky sleek wine I've ever had. Berries as if reduced into their ultimate essence and placed in the bottle one eye dropper drop at a time.
Jun 11th, 2017
