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M. Chapoutier Le Pavillon Ermitage Rouge 2010
Hermitage, Northern Rhone, Rhone Valley, FranceTasted against the 2009 I have to admit I think the 2010 is a more interesting bottle but only because I prefer its restraint. The '09 is more opulent and brash but both are sensational. The nose is a fascinating mix of floral stony mineral notes that preview a sort of red/blueberry fruit character with an inkiness - something Chapoutier always refers to in his wine. The finish is long and relentless with amazing richness and power and finesse. I would leave this alone through 2025. Annual production is a measly 600 cases off of 4 hectares of granite soils known as Les Béssards. The wine is matured in oak casks (30% new) between 18 and 20 months. A fabulous bottle of wine that is more Euro in style this year than the 2009. Amazing.Tasted: 05 March 2014Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:| BC | $320.00 | 750ml | specialty listing OTB |
| AB | $230.00 | 750ml | fine wine stores |
Grape: Shiraz/SyrahCSPC: 455568UPC: 3391181980333
