The 2006 Chapoutier Ermitage le Meal Rouge 750 ml is from the Ermitage region of Rhone.
The 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape blanc (80% Roussanne and the rest Marsanne, Picpoul, and Bourboulenc) possesses classic notes of orange marmalade, honeysuckle, and rose petals, a full-bodied, unctuous texture, gorgeous purity and richness, and a stunningly long finish. It can compete with the finest full-throttle, dry whites of France as well as the world. It is difficult to find a better white Chateauneuf du Pape than Beaucastel. Much like their reds, their whites are made in a style that is atypical for the appellation. It is put through full malolactic, and one-third is barrel fermented, then blended with the two-thirds that is aged in tank. Extraordinarily rich and honeyed, it is ideal for drinking with intensely flavored culinary dishes. - WA, RP (10/2008)
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Producer: Chapoutier
Vintage: 2006
Varietal: Syrah
Country: France
Region: Rhone
Sub-Region: Hermitage
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Sub-Appellation: le Meal
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