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M. Chapoutier Hermitage "Chant-Alouette" Blanc 2014
M. Chapoutier Hermitage "Chant-Alouette" Blanc 2014
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Varietal
Marsanne
Region
France
Sub-Appellation
Hermitage
Alcohol
14.0%
Overview
Many do not realize Hermitage is comprised of just a few hilltops with very dense terroir. Steep southerly-facing terraces with unique microclimates drive rich complexity in the wines. In Hermitage, Marsanne is able to make some of the world's top and most long-lived whites. This is a powerful wine with a distinct finish of almond. Very elegant with good length.
Aging
Matured 10 to 12 months after malolactic fermentation occurs.
Fermentation
Hand harvesting at maturity. After pressuring, the must is cold racked for 48 hours. One third of the wine is vinified in new casks, the rest in stainless steel vats. The temperature of fermentation is regulated to develop the aromatic complexity of the wines.
Winemaker
Michel Chapoutier
Tasting Notes
Style
Aromatic, Complex, Elegant, Powerful
Flavor
Almond, Ginger, Honey, Walnut
Aroma
Complex and subtle aromas of quince, walnut, honey, ginger and acacia with a hint of lime blossom.
Taste
Many do not realize Hermitage is comprised of just a few hilltops with very dense terroir. Steep southerly-facing terraces with unique microclimates drive rich complexity in the wines. In Hermitage, Marsanne is able to make some of the world's top and most long-lived whites. This is a powerful wine with a distinct finish of almond. Very elegant with good length.