M. Chapoutier Monier de la Sizeranne

Hermitage, Rhône

Tasting Notes

Red fruits with a hint of liquorice are evident on the nose. The palate is round and elegant with nuances of blackcurrant, raspberry and spicy aromas when it is young.

Venison fillet in red wine sauce. Beef roast and mature ripened cheeses.

Winter was unusually mild with balmy temperatures continuing into a dry spring, prompting an early budbreak. Vine growth slowed in May due to frost and hail, reducing yields. These cool temperatures were met with a sizzling heatwave in July followed by localized rains, offering replenishment and soil hydration.

Entirely destemmed, the grapes ferment in concrete tanks. From one to two daily treadings ensure a good extraction. Temperature varies between 30 and 33°C.

18 months ageing, 85% of which takes place in oak barrels, giving the wine its notes of oak. The remaining 15% is aged in concrete tanks to preserve minerality and freshness.

Our Hermitage “Monier de la Sizeranne” comes from a blending of different soils from west to east:

  • Les Bessards”: from a granitic origin, it constitutes the “soul” of a good Hermitage.
  • “Le Méal”: old alluvial terraces, with gravels and shingles that are more or less calcareous.
  • “Les Greffieux”: silty soil with shingles.

Varietal: 100% Syrah
Alcohol by Volume: 14.5%
pH: 3.76
Acidity: 5.05 g/L

Tasting Notes

Red fruits with a hint of licorice are evident on the nose. The palate is round and elegant with flavors of blackcurrant, raspberry and spicy aromas when it is young.

Grilled and roasted red meats, pizza, pasta dishes, casseroles, stews. Great with venison fillet in red wine sauce.

Entirely destemmed, the grapes ferment in concrete tanks. From one to two daily treadings ensure a good extraction. Temperature varies between 30 and 33°C. 18 months ageing, 85% of which takes place in oak barrels, giving the wine its notes of oak. The remaining 15% is aged in concrete tanks to preserve minerality and freshness.

Our Hermitage “Monier de la Sizeranne” comes from a blending of different soils from West to East:

  • “les Bessards”: from a granitic origin, it constitutes the “soul” of a good Hermitage.
  • “le Méal”: old alluvial terraces, with a lot of gravels and shingles more or less calcareous.
  • “les Greffieux”: silty soil with shingles.

Varietal: 100% Syrah Alc: 14% Residual Sugar: <08 g/L pH: 3.76 Acidity: 5.05 g/L

Tasting Notes

Red fruits with a hint of licorice are evident on the nose. The palate is round and elegant with flavors of blackcurrant, raspberry and spicy aromas when it is young.

Grilled and roasted red meats.  Venison fillet in red wine sauce.  Beef roast and mature “Saint Félicien” cheese.

Entirely destemmed, the grapes ferment in concrete tanks. From one to two daily treadings ensure a good extraction. Temperature varies between 30 and 33°C. 18 months ageing, 85% of which takes place in oak barrels, giving the wine its notes of oak. The remaining 15% is aged in concrete tanks to preserve minerality and freshness.

Our Hermitage “Monier de la Sizeranne” comes from a blending of different soils from West to East:

  • “les Bessards”: from a granitic origin, it constitutes the “soul” of a good Hermitage.
  • “le Méal”: old alluvial terraces, with a lot of gravels and shingles more or less calcareous.
  • “les Greffieux”: silty soil with shingles.

14.5% Alcohol by Volume

  • 20221201

    93

    points

    Vinuous, December 2022

    "Glass-staining ruby. An exotically perfumed bouquet evokes ripe, smoke-tinged red and dark berries, pit fruits, candied flowers, allspice and licorice. Juicy and broad on the palate, offering appealingly sweet cherry-cola, black raspberry and fruitcake flavors that are underscored by a smoky mineral quality. Finishes long and smooth, with building energy, sneaky tannins and resonating spice and floral notes."

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  • 20200831

    94

    points

    Wine Spectator, August 2020

    "Ripe and focused, with brightness to the plum, red currant and black cherry fruit that races through, lined with subtle alder, sanguine and iron hints. The tight-grained finish shows nice underlying tension. Best from 2022 through 2035. 150 cases imported."

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2018 M. Chapoutier Monier de la Sizeranne – Vintage Note

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2017 M. Chapoutier Monier de la Sizeranne – Vintage Note

2016 M. Chapoutier Monier de la Sizeranne – 94 pts, Wine Enthusiast – Sale Sheet

2016 M. Chapoutier Monier de la Sizeranne – 92 points, Wine Advocate – Sale Sheet

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