Chapoutier   Ermitage le Meal Blanc

2006 Ermitage le Meal Blanc

By Chapoutier

2006 Ermitage le Meal Blanc by Chapoutier, Rhone, Rest of the World

The annals of the wine world are studded with resplendent examples of the magic a winemaker and his terroir can produce. The case of the 2006 Ermitage le Meal Blanc from Chapoutier stands as a testament to this truth.

 

An exceptional vintage

The 2006 Ermitage le Meal Blanc marks itself as an outlier in the catalogue of Chapoutier’s vintages. Thanks to the taxing climatic conditions of 2006, this vintage has developed an intriguing blend of intensity and subtlety which makes it a sterling addition to any sophisticated wine investment portfolio.

Timed harvest in the Rhone valley invoked concentrated fruits that, in turn, infused the wine with a distinguished depth. Swirl your glass and be captivated by glistening shades of gold, touch your lips to it and be swept off your feet with the unexpected but delightful marriage of bold vibrance and delicate nuance.

 

Art meets investment

Fine wine investing goes beyond just bottling years—it's also about recognizing those rare occasions when nature conspires with a skilled vintner to create something exceptional. The 2006 Ermitage le Meal Blanc from Chapoutier embodies these defining moments—an inspired creation offering investors both palate pleasure and potential return on investment.

This artistically crafted elixir wears its complex ancestry proudly. Intriguing layers of expressive flavour notes—of honeyed apricots, warm spices, ginger snaps, and graceful traces of minerality—build up to crescendo into a symphony on the palate, underpinned by an elegantly balanced acidity.

 

Rhone shines again

This vintage gloriously reflects the challenging, yet rewarding Rhone season of 2006—a year that asked much of her vineyards, and gave generously in return. Those vignerons who dared answer her call, like the fearless team at Chapoutier, were rewarded with an Ermitage le Meal Blanc that marvellously balances power and finesse.

In the final analysis, the 2006 Ermitage le Meal Blanc from Chapoutier stands as a testament to the age-old adage—it is not the easy paths that lead us to the most remarkable destinations, but often it is the challenging journeys that yield truly iconic creations.

For the discerning wine connoisseur and astute investor alike: Welcome to your next grand adventure—pour yourself a glass of history!

Current market price

$3,140.00

12x75cl

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