Chapoutier, Ermitage Pavillon Vintage:1995 vinified with 25% whole clusters)

vinified with 25% whole clusters)

the wine will require a bit of patience

which flirts with perfection

somewhat closed down at this stage from an aromatic perspective

Chapoutier, Ermitage Pavillon Vintage:1995 vinified with 25% whole clusters)Sourced from 4ha of 65 year old vines on granitic soils in the lieu dit of Les Bessards. It's mature now, showing a very gamey character on the nose along with some leaf mulch and cigar tobacco. It's still very full and richly fruited on the palate, with furry tannins which are perhaps just a little dry not the most elegant tannic texture. There's a saline, searching finish of good length. It's a little gruff compared to the sleeker incarnation of