Chapoutier, Ermitage Greffieux

Chapoutier, Ermitage GreffieuxVivid purple. Mineral and smoke accented blackberry and blueberry on the intensely perfumed nose and in the mouth. Lush but energetic, with a peppery nuance adding bite and a sexy floral note building in the glass. Gains weight and structure with air and finishes with outstanding power and focus, on a lingering candied violet note. The most mineral driven of this year's set of Ermitage bottlings from Chapoutier, and in need of patience. Josh Raynolds

since 2003

the acidity a little lower than the 2010 and the tannins softer

A discreet application of wood sets off a cool and ultra-elegant nose that offers up scents of pear

tannic and structured

textured finish leaves you with spicy

2004 and 2005 Monfortinos

with a kirsch

this wine has an expressive aromatic profile of cherry

4 ha and Ponsot is by far the largest holder in Clos de la Roche)

but that period is down to several months from a full year the wine spent in small barrels up until 2001 or so

The vineyards are certified organic and biodynamic and are manicured like few vineyards in Spain

well delivered red and brambly fruits