M. Chapoutier : Le Méal 2020

A powerful and aromatic Ermitage red wine

The estate

Established since 1808 in Tain-L'Hermitage, the M. Chapoutier house today embodies the elite of the greatest names in the wines of the Rhône Valley.

Vineyard owner and merchant, Michel Chapoutier has managed over the vintages to lead this family business to the top. The wines of Maison Chapoutier are recognized for their refinement and high quality by the finest connoisseurs beyond borders. A man of many hats, Michel Chapoutier holds the world record for 100/100 scores awarded by American critic Robert Parker. Mathilde, Michel Chapoutier's daughter, has taken up the torch of this iconic house, overseeing a vineyard of over 350 hectares across the most prestigious appellations of the northern and southern Rhône Valley.

The vineyard

Parcel selection, Le Méal 2020 from M. Chapoutier is an Ermitage wine made from grapes from the eponymous hillside. The soil of these high terraces is made up of rolled pebbles and clays. These old vines, over 50 years old on average, are known for their low yield, producing high-quality wines.

Vinification and aging

Manual harvest at full maturity. 100% destemmed, the grapes are vinified in small cement vats. Maceration at high temperature to promote optimal extraction and obtain soft and silky tannins, guaranteeing a significant aging potential. This parcel selection is made exclusively from free-run wine. The aging of 14 to 18 months is carried out in new barrels or in a wine barrel. Clarification is done naturally.

Blend

Syrah (100%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for Le Méal 2020 from M. Chapoutier

Tasting

Color
The color reveals an intense garnet hue, enhanced by subtle violet reflections.

Nose
The nose combines fruity and smoky notes.

Palate
The palate seduces with its powerful tannins, its velvety touch, and its fruity aromas reminiscent of blackberry jam.