Chapoutier, Ermitage Pavillon other_regions Like the Malconsorts this intensely

Like the Malconsorts this intensely mineral-driven effort is somewhat less structured than usual though it certainly doesn’t lack for power and punch

finishing very long and boldly spiced

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Cristal is often accessible young

Chapoutier, Ermitage Pavillon other_regions Like the Malconsorts this intenselySourced 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