Chapoutier   Ermitage le Meal

2013 Ermitage le Meal

By Chapoutier

2013 Ermitage le Meal from Chapoutier, Rhone

While the reputation of Chapoutier remains high, the spotlight shines particularly bright on the 2013 Ermitage le Meal. Demonstrating a monumental mastery of vintages, the 2013 offering showcases a synergy between nature's nurturing and expert vinification.

 

From terroir to taste: A multifaceted masterpiece

Captured within every bottle is the essence of Rhone's unique terroir. The blend harnesses the sun-soaked gravels of the Mediterranean; an arid and hot soil reflecting a climate that yields a robust grape profile. This vintage excels beyond generic characteristics, it brilliantly exhibits what sets apart the 2013 harvest.

This red wine draws you into a palpable depth with intense scents that toy with your senses: baked black cherry, cassis, smoked meats, licorice, and dark chocolate. The palate is intricately layered, unfolding decadent flavours with each sip.

 

Investment potential: fine wine and fortuity

An investment in the 2013 Ermitage le Meal from Chapoutier brings together appreciation for quality workmanship and sense for promising returns. It's not just a nod toward fine wine tasting, it's also an acknowledgement of robust investment potential.

The stringent weather conditions of 2013 brought challenges that not all producers triumphed over. However, this ethos-defining vintage stands tall amongst peers from the same year. It certifies Chapoutier's unwavering commitment in crafting wines that remain steadfast even during climatic tribulations.

 

Distinguishing a deserving vintage

What sets this 2013 red wine apart is its dramatic display of balancing opulent fruit flavours with tannic potency, heightening the anticipation for how it will continue to evolve with age. This depth and complexity secures its position as one of the captivating vintages of recent years.

This is a wine deserving of your cellar's attention. The 2013 Ermitage le Meal from Chapoutier unequivocally encapsulates the purity of terroir, the intricacies of the Rhone varietals, and the promise of a sound wine investment, all encased within layers of sensory delight.

Market price (SGD)

$1,910.00

12x75cl

Highest score

0

POP score

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Vintage performance