Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier

M. Chapoutier

l'Ermite Ermitage Syrah 1999

The vines for Chapoutiers “L’Ermite” are largely pre-phylloxera and some are well over a century old. Along with the typical associated fruits and non-fruits: brambles, spiced grilled meat and minerals, this bottle of the 1999 had a bit of a radish note, some old dusty leather-bound books and also had a touch of ethyl acetate. A touch closed relative to the other wines in the Hermitage flight but certainly didn’t seem to be fading and the grilled lamb and Moroccan spices helped to unlock some of its character. Drink now through 2035. Merci Dave!  — 11 days ago

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M. Chapoutier

Barbe Rac Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend 2003

2003 bottle in 2023 is already a bit weak, although settled and mature has its elegance, and softened expression of CdP — 3 months ago

M. Chapoutier

Belleruche Côtes-du-Rhône Grenache-Syrah Blend 2020

Dry, dark fruit with a nice, smooth finish — 3 months ago

M. Chapoutier

De l'Orée Ermitage Blanc Marsanne 1999

100% old-vine Marsanne from the Les Murets lieu dit which is predominantly east facing on the hill. This was the most powerful of the three Hermitage Blancs tonight. The nose was redolent of marmalade, honey, butter cream frosting, and slate. Luxurious texture with a long finish. Lovely with monkfish, sweet potato, leek, and winter truffle. Drink now through 2034+. — 11 days ago

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M. Chapoutier

"La Mordorée" Côte-Rôtie Syrah 1990

Amazing wine. Well worth the wait to live the experience — a month ago

M. Chapoutier

Belleruche Côtes-du-Rhône White Rhone Blend

Nice. Not special. Good everyday drinker. — 3 months ago

M. Chapoutier

Le Méal Blanc Hermitage Marsanne 2007

100% old-vine Marsanne from the Le Méal lieu dit which is predominately south facing. A wine of beauty and balance with notes of yellow flowers, wet stone and honey suckle. Surprisingly fresh for a 2007. Super delicious with monkfish, sweet potato, leek, and winter truffle. Drink now through 2037. — 11 days ago

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Terlato Vineyards

The Federalist Lodi Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

2017 vintage. Agree with Jeff Miller – it tastes light, but pretty good.  — 17 days ago

Kerry Romesburg
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M. Chapoutier

La Bernardine Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend 2013

I had the 2013 and was so worried that it would be terrible due to the challenges with that vintage. But this was YUM! Dried strawberry and lavender. Delightful. Aged well. — 3 months ago