Chapoutier, Ermitage Pavillon Vintage:2015 blossoming from the glass

blossoming from the glass

velvety textures and ocean of licorice

it is impossible to ignore the wine’s richness and depth

this is a vintage that falls closer to 2012 than 2013 in profile

Chapoutier, Ermitage Pavillon Vintage:2015 blossoming from the glassSourced from 4ha of 65 year old vines on granitic soils in the lieu dit of Les Bessards. It's mature now, showing a very gamey character on the nose along with some leaf mulch and cigar tobacco. It's still very full and richly fruited on the palate, with furry tannins which are perhaps just a little dry not the most elegant tannic texture. There's a saline, searching finish of good length. It's a little gruff compared to the sleeker incarnation of