Le Méal Blanc AOP Ermitage - Chapoutier 2019

Chapoutier

Marsanne · Ermitage AOP Le Méal White · 75 cl · 2019

-16%
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Producer Chapoutier
Name Ermitage AOP Le Méal White
Variety Marsanne
Vintage 2019
Gradation 13.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Mineral, celery notes, subtle oak, exotic fruit and roasted almonds
Vinification method Whole-bunch pressing; cold settling; half fermented in new demi-muids
Region Rhône Valley
Production area Méal hillside; fluvioglacial alluvial soils with pebbles
Country France
Type Dry still white wine
Aging 10–12 months in barrels, with lees stirring
Type of cask New demi-muids; about half the wine ferments in barrel
Color White
Serving temperature 11–12 °C
Pairing Foie gras, lobster with beurre blanc, veal Marengo, truffled cheeses
Le Méal Blanc AOP Ermitage is a white wine by Chapoutier, presented under the cuvée name and appellation shown on the label. It is an option for those who would like to explore a white wine from the Ermitage appellation and compare the producer’s different interpretations. As no vintage, grape variety or production details are provided, this description is limited to the available information and does not assign the wine any unverified specific characteristics.

At the table, it can accompany fish dishes, shellfish, white meats or cheeses, with the choice depending on the recipe and personal preference. It suits a meal where an appellation-designated white wine is desired, or may be considered as a gift for someone interested in Chapoutier wines. For details on vintage, bottle size and availability, please refer to the current product listing. An option to consider when looking for a white wine identified by the Ermitage appellation and the Le Méal cuvée.
The winery

M. Chapoutier – Winery in Valle del Rodano (Vallée du Rhône)

Discover the story and wines of M. Chapoutier.

Maison M. Chapoutier is a producer and négociant in the Rhône Valley, known for its biodynamic approach, parcellaire selections, and for its Braille label that facilitates access to wine for visually impaired people.
Region: Valle del Rodano (Vallée du Rhône)
Country: France
Founded: 1808
Grapes: Syrah, Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Clairette, Cinsault
Biodynamic practices officially adopted and at the heart of the winery's philosophy. Braille labels on all bottles since 1996 to foster inclusion. A strong focus on single-vineyard selections and single-varietal wines across many appellations. Based in Tain-l'Hermitage, with a presence in the main appellations of the Rhône Valley. International projects and collaborations.
Winery history
The Chapoutier family has been present in the Rhône Valley since the early 19th century; family tradition records 1808 as the beginning of their presence in the region. Their winemaking activity developed over time and took a decisive turn with Michel Chapoutier, whose leadership from the 1980s/1990s expanded the Maison’s international reputation and introduced agronomic practices oriented toward biodynamics and the enhancement of individual crus.
Production philosophy
La Maison favors the expression of the terroir through parcel-level selections, low-intervention winemaking practices and vineyard management guided by organic and biodynamic principles. The philosophy of respect for the soil is paired with a strong focus on accessibility and transparency about the wines' origins.
Terroir and vineyards
Based in Tain-l'Hermitage, production is concentrated in the Rhône Valley with a significant presence in the appellations Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage, Saint-Joseph, Côte-Rôtie, Cornas and Châteauneuf-du-Pape; the Maison also has viticultural projects and collaborations in other regions and countries.