2018 Maison M. Chapoutier Ermitage L Ermite Rouge Bio
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S$83695
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- 2+ for S$83499 each
Vintage: 2018
Region: Hermitage
Country: France
Winemaker Notes
The 2018 Maison M. Chapoutier Ermitage “L’Ermite” Rouge Bio is a profound expression of Syrah from the granite soils at the very top of Hermitage Hill. It shows a very deep garnet, almost black color, with an aromatic profile of crème de cassis, black fruits, violets, acacia flowers, ink, crushed stone, charcoal, and peppered game. On the palate, it is full-bodied, tight, and concentrated, combining immense power with velvety tannins and a mineral backbone that reflects its terroir. Smoky and peppery notes highlight the Syrah’s character, while the finish is long and resonant. Critics awarded it near-perfect scores (98–100 points from Wine Advocate and Jeb Dunnuck), praising its purity, depth, and extraordinary aging potential—capable of evolving gracefully for 30 to 60 years, and in exceptional vintages, even longer.
About Winery
Maison M. Chapoutier is one of the most historic and influential wineries in France’s Rhône Valley, based in Tain-l’Hermitage. The family’s roots in the region trace back to 1808, when the company was first established under the name Calvet et Compagnie. In 1879, Polydor Chapoutier purchased vineyards in Hermitage, marking the true beginning of the Chapoutier wine legacy. By the late 19th century, Marius Chapoutier expanded the business, and in the 20th century, leadership passed through successive generations, including Max Chapoutier. The most transformative era began in the 1990s under Michel Chapoutier, who introduced biodynamic viticulture, a philosophy emphasizing harmony between soil, plants, and environment. Michel also made Chapoutier’s wines globally recognizable by adding Braille labels in 1996, honoring inclusivity. Today, Chapoutier is celebrated for producing some of the Rhône’s most iconic wines, particularly from Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Châteauneuf-du-Pape, while remaining a pioneer in biodynamic winemaking.
Winemaker Notes
The 2018 Maison M. Chapoutier Ermitage “L’Ermite” Rouge Bio is a profound expression of Syrah from the granite soils at the very top of Hermitage Hill. It shows a very deep garnet, almost black color, with an aromatic profile of crème de cassis, black fruits, violets, acacia flowers, ink, crushed stone, charcoal, and peppered game. On the palate, it is full-bodied, tight, and concentrated, combining immense power with velvety tannins and a mineral backbone that reflects its terroir. Smoky and peppery notes highlight the Syrah’s character, while the finish is long and resonant. Critics awarded it near-perfect scores (98–100 points from Wine Advocate and Jeb Dunnuck), praising its purity, depth, and extraordinary aging potential—capable of evolving gracefully for 30 to 60 years, and in exceptional vintages, even longer.
About Winery
Maison M. Chapoutier is one of the most historic and influential wineries in France’s Rhône Valley, based in Tain-l’Hermitage. The family’s roots in the region trace back to 1808, when the company was first established under the name Calvet et Compagnie. In 1879, Polydor Chapoutier purchased vineyards in Hermitage, marking the true beginning of the Chapoutier wine legacy. By the late 19th century, Marius Chapoutier expanded the business, and in the 20th century, leadership passed through successive generations, including Max Chapoutier. The most transformative era began in the 1990s under Michel Chapoutier, who introduced biodynamic viticulture, a philosophy emphasizing harmony between soil, plants, and environment. Michel also made Chapoutier’s wines globally recognizable by adding Braille labels in 1996, honoring inclusivity. Today, Chapoutier is celebrated for producing some of the Rhône’s most iconic wines, particularly from Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Châteauneuf-du-Pape, while remaining a pioneer in biodynamic winemaking.
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