Les Varonnier Crozes Ermitage M Chapoutier Vintage 2014

Les Varonnier Crozes Ermitage M Chapoutier Vintage 2014Maison M. Chapoutier is one of the most recognizable and sizeable producers in the Rhone Valley. It is known for its wines from both the north and south of the valley, but in particular for its red and white Hermitage wines. The family's history in the Rhne dates back to 1808, but it wasn't until 1879 that Polydor Chapoutier transitioned the family from growing grapes to making and trading wine. In 1988, Michel Chapoutier took the company reins, and a

then the manager at Chateau Margaux

predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with a little merlot

although the growing season proved a little challenging

The grenache comes off the clay and limestone terraces

especially after their success in the Judgement of Paris tasting

In years when a Taylor’s Vintage is not declared

It produced light attractive wines

just a few miles southwest of Bordeaux’s city center

capsule good

1958 was a good vintage across Italy

The 2020 Zweigelt from Weingut Hans & Philipp Grassl is a standout representation of Carnuntum

with flavors of apricots in syrup