M. Chapoutier : Le Pavillon 2001

A refined Ermitage wine that harmoniously expresses its terroir

The estate

Established since 1808 in Tain-L'Hermitage, M. Chapoutier is an elite reference among fine Rhône Valley wines today.

Winemaker and wine merchant, Michel Chapoutier has successfully brought this family-owned business to the very top. The wines by Maison Chapoutier are renowned by the finest connoisseurs from all around the world for their refinement and high quality. A man of many talents, Michel Chapoutier holds the world record for 100/100 scores awarded by the American critic, Robert Parker. Mathilde, Michel Chapoutier's daughter, has taken over the running of this iconic house, which has over 350 hectares of vineyards in the most prestigious appellations of the northern and southern Rhône Valley region.

The vineyard

Le Pavillon by M. Chapoutier is an Ermitage wine produced from a parcel of approximately 4 hectares which owes its uniqueness to its atypical geology consisting of a thin layer of sediments resting on a granitic subsoil. The grapes produced from this vineyard of old vines, 65 years old on average, are renowned for their high quality.

Winemaking and ageing

These old vines were harvested by hand, before reaching over-ripeness, to ensure a low yield. The grapes were 100% destemmed and then vinified in concrete vats with one or two punchings of the cap per day to ensure optimal extraction. Maceration for 4 to 5 weeks.

Made exclusively from free-run wine, this plot-based wine was aged for 18 to 20 months in oak barrels (of which an average of 30% were new). Clarification was natural.

Blend

Syrah (100%)

Le Pavillon 2001 by M. Chapoutier: Characteristics and tasting tips

Tasting

A purple colour with garnet highlights, this vintage is characterised by its delicacy.