Hermitage Monier de La Sizeranne Chapoutier 2012
Hermitage AOC
13.5%
1.5L
Intensity
What makes this wine special?
Produced from parcels owned by the domain along with additional purchased grapes, this cuvée perfectly illustrates the talent of Michel Chapoutier.
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Hermitage Monier de La Sizeranne Chapoutier 2012
The wine
The name of this cuvée is far from insignificant : it pays homage to Maurice Monier de la Sizeranne, the owner of the plot of Hermitage la Sizeranne, also the inventor of the first version of abbreviated Braille. The hermitage Monier de La Sizeranne is the great classic of Maison Chapoutier, suitable for ageing. Elegant and refined when young, this Syrah gradually asserts itself and its smoky and spicy notes gradually become fruitier. It gains flavour and confidence to rank amongst the great wines. This wine must be left for a good ten years. Those who prefer the "Pinot" side of Syrah and its subtle delicacy when it has been bottled for some time, will wait even longer. The perfect balance between a powerful and refined wine.
Maison Chapoutier is without doubt one of the most prestigious names in the Rhône producing some of the finest Hermitage. The domain converted its 300 hectares of vines to biodynamic viticulture, making it the largest vineyard to adopt this method of cultivation. It has held certification since 1999. Chapoutier is often one of the last estates to harvest its grapes so that they are at optimal ripeness.The Chapoutier savoir faire has spread to other vineyards in other winemaking regions: Provence, Beaujolais, Roussillon, Champagne, Alsace, Portugal but also South Australia.
This family's winemaking journey started way back in 1806 but 1879 was a turning point when 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, supported by his children Mathilde and Maxime. Together, they continue the family's story, all while highlighting Rhône's great terroirs.
Detailed characteristics
- Quantity:
- 2 bottles
- Level:
- 2 Normal
- Observation:
- 2 Marginally marked labels
- Origin:
- private individual
- Type of cellar:
- underground, natural cellar
- Recoverable VAT:
- no
- Wooden case:
- no
- Local excise duty seal:
- yes
- Alcohol percentage:
- 13.5 %
- Region:
- Rhone Valley
- Appellation:
- Hermitage
- Owner:
- Chapoutier
- Vintage:
- 2012
- Colour:
- red
- Service temperature:
- 16°
- Viticulture:
- biodynamic More information....
- Intensity:
- classic
- Leading aroma:
- spice
- Tasting occasion:
- food-friendly wine
- Grape variety:
- Syrah
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