Les Meysonniers Crozes-Hermitage AOC - M. Chapoutier

Les Meysonniers Crozes-Hermitage AOC - M. ChapoutierThe Les Meysonniers Crozes-Hermitage by M. Chapoutier from the Rhône Valley presents a bright purple color in the swirled glass. Swirling the glass reveals an excellent balance in this red wine, as it does not leave a watery, syrupy, or liqueur-like impression on the walls of the glass. In the glass, this red wine from M. Chapoutier displays aromas of roses, lilac, blackberries, lilies, and blueberries, complemented by additional fruity nuances. This wine delights with its elegantly dry flavor profile. It has been bottled with exceptionally low residual sugar. As one would naturally expect from a wine in this price range, this French offering captivates with fine balance despite its dryness. Aroma does not necessarily require much residual sugar. This dense red wine presents itself as balanced and complex on the palate. In the finish, this youthful wine from the Rhône Valley finally impresses with remarkable length. Again, hints of lavender and blackberry appear. In the aftertaste, mineral notes from the granite and clay dominated soils add to the profile. Vinification of the Les Meysonniers Crozes-Hermitage by M. Chapoutier The basis for the balanced Les Meysonniers Crozes-Hermitage from the Rhône Valley are grapes from the Syrah variety. The grapes grow under optimal conditions in the Rhône Valley. The vines dig their roots deep into soil made of clay and granite here. The Les Meysonniers Crozes-Hermitage is a true Old World wine in the best sense of the term, as this French wine breathes an exceptional European charm that clearly underscores the success of wines from the Old World. Once perfect physiological ripeness is ensured, the grapes for the Les Meysonniers Crozes-Hermitage are picked by hand without the help of rough and less selective harvesters. After handpicking, the grapes are transported to the winery as quickly as possible. Here they are selected and carefully crushed. Fermentation then occurs in stainless steel tanks and small barrels at controlled temperatures. After fermentation is complete, the Les Meysonniers Crozes-Hermitage is aged for an additional 6 months in oak barrels. Food Recommendation for the Les Meysonniers Crozes-Hermitage by M. Chapoutier This red wine from France is best enjoyed at a temperature of 15 - 18°C. It pairs perfectly with braised chicken in red wine, vegetable couscous with beef patties, or baked sheep cheese packets. Awards for the Les Meysonniers Crozes-Hermitage by M. Chapoutier In addition to a reputation as a true premium product, this red wine by M. Chapoutier also boasts awards, including medals. Specifically, for the 2018 vintage: Mundus Vini - Gold Wine Advocate Robert M. Parker - 90 points