Hermitage Ermitage Le Pavillon Chapoutier 1991
13.5%
0.75L
Intensity
Le Pavillon is not the product of a specific vineyard, but instead a selection of the best grapes from the Les Bessards area. The result is a rich, full-bodied Hermitage; a perfect illustration of the Chapoutier know-how.
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Hermitage Ermitage Le Pavillon Chapoutier 1991
The wine
The old Syrah vines of Le Pavillon, 90 to 100 years old, are located on the Bessards plot (4 ha), on a granite subsoil; Le Pavillon is the name of a small house on this plot. The harvest, 100% manual and destemmed, is done in a concrete vat. Only free run wine is used for this single parcel cuvée, which will be aged for 18 to 20 months in oak barrels (30% new). With an intense and deep red hue with purple tints, Le Pavillon develops a slightly smoky nose, accompanied by aromas of blackberry, plum and liquorice. The highly complex palate, which is powerful, velvety and balanced, offers a lingering finish and notes of tobacco and liquorice. A wine with wonderful ageing potential.
About the Producer Chapoutier
Maison Chapoutier is without doubt one of the most prestigious names in the Rhône producing some of the finest Hermitage. The domain converted its 350 hectares of vines to biodynamic viticulture, making it the largest vineyard to adopt this method of cultivation. It has held certification since 1999. The Chapoutier savoir faire has spread to other vineyards in other winemaking regions: Provence, Beaujolais, Roussillon, Champagne, Alsace, Portugal but also Australia. In 1879, Polydor Chapoutier bought a few hectares of vines and started a negociant business. Seven generations have succeeded him, and Michel Chapoutier is currently at the helm. Since 1996, all the labels have been transcribed in braille. Chapoutier is often one of the last to harvest to ensure that grapes reach optimal maturity.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 1 bottle
Level: 1 To 3cmObservations: 1 Marked label, 1 Slightly stained labelOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 13.5 %
Region: Rhone Valley
Appellation: Hermitage
Owner: Chapoutier
Vintage: 1991
Colour: red
Peak drinking window: drink until 2035
Service temperature: 16°
Intensity: classic
Leading aroma: spice
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine