M. Chapoutier - Ermitage l'Ermite 2011 (750ml) Languedoc-Rousillon

M. Chapoutier - Ermitage l'Ermite 2011 (750ml) Languedoc-RousillonErmitage L'Ermite is the most individual statement in the Hermitage appellation and the most prized for followers of M. Chapoutier's grandest of crus. L'Ermite Rouge, a very rare wine (with approximately 375 cases made annually) produced from a 9. 5 acre site at the top of Hermitage Hill. Deep red garnet with violet highlights. Black fruits with spice and ink notes. Tannins are not only very powerful but also mellow. Smoky notes and pepper highlight

those fine terroirs found in the most continental parts of southern Touraine

is officially classified as a ‘viticultural super zone

especially wild boar

balancing floral sweetness

good persistence with soft and balanced tannins

the juice sees few manipulations…a majority of the barrels are seasoned from use year after year…the percentage of new wood is kept decidedly low

this red boasts cherry

sleek in its travel and great drinking as always

building to a finish of light spice and tobacco

This is Remhoogte’s alternative Riesling

The medium fine grained tannins display a long finish

- LPB  VN 97