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0372304802016
M. Chapoutier Crozes-Hermitage "La Petite Ruche" - Rouge 2016
M. Chapoutier Crozes-Hermitage "La Petite Ruche" - Rouge 2016
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Varietal
Marsanne
Region
France
Alcohol
13.0%
Aging
Aged in vats. The malolactic fermentation is stopped to give freshness to the wine.
Fermentation
The must is cold racked for 24 hours to preserve freshness. Fermented in neutral vats.
Winemaker
Michel Chapoutier
Tasting Notes
Style
Fresh, Fruit Forward, Supple
Flavor
Apple, Citrus, Floral
Aroma
Floral and green apple aromas. Exotic fruits with citrus aromas.
Taste
The vineyards of Crozes-Hermitage surround the great Hermitage Hill. Sometimes called a "down-sized Hermitage "La Petite Ruche" is all freshness and easy enjoyment from younger vines. Very supple and fresh, clean flavors.