Doug Powers

8.9

This is more youthful than the 2004, yet it also shows more merde than that other Chateauneuf, medium-long finish, I marginally prefer the 2004. — 6 months ago

with Jim and

Freddy R. Troya

9.3

M. Chapoutier “Monier de la Sizeranne” Hermitage Rouge 2020, Rhône Valley, France 🇫🇷

Overview
A classic Hermitage Syrah sourced from several parcels including Les Bessards, Le Méal, and Les Greffieux. The vineyards combine granite and clay soils that give the wine both structure and richness.

Aromas & Flavors
Raspberry, blackberry, and cassis are complemented by black pepper, licorice, and subtle smoky notes.

Mouthfeel
Elegant yet structured with concentrated tannins and a long, spicy finish.

Food Pairings
Venison, roasted beef, duck, or aged cheeses.

Verdict
A refined Hermitage Syrah that captures the balance of power and elegance characteristic of the appellation.

🍷 Personal Pick
A beautifully structured Hermitage Syrah that showcases the depth and elegance of the appellation with impressive balance and complexity. — 7 months ago

Gustavo

9.8

Maria Victória — 8 months ago

Makhanna Seerattan

9.6

Really nice, flavorful but felt light. Mom liked. Rich liked. — 9 months ago

Jim Wagonfeld

9.2

Aged Muscadet. More complex than expected. Citrus, white fruit on a intense frame of acid and minerals. Refreshing and perfect pairing with pan sautéed halibut. — 4 years ago

with Judy

Michael Tobin

9.3

Very smooth — 8 years ago

Holly Anderson

9.5

Tangerine, less flinty than expected, prickly pear, great mineral notes, firm acid. Young Drank at Blvd — 11 years ago

Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

9.1

Inaugural vintage and showing better than it did in August. Mostly old-vine Grenache from the era before the domaine began entirely destemming. This is big, burly, epic, and velvety CDP. Like hugging a fuzzy bear. — 12 years ago

with Elena

Lily Davis

French Wine Specialist at Ottorink Weinbar

9.2

Once a selectual, always a selectual — 12 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.4

M. Chapoutier “Chante-Alouette” Hermitage Blanc 2021, Rhône Valley, France 🇫🇷

Overview
A benchmark Hermitage Blanc made from Marsanne sourced from multiple parcels including Le Méal and Les Murets. The soils combine clay, limestone, and decomposed granite, contributing both richness and tension.

Aromas & Flavors
Complex and layered with quince, acacia honey, almond, ginger, and delicate floral tones. Hints of walnut and spice emerge with air.

Mouthfeel
Rich yet balanced with vibrant tension. The palate shows remarkable depth with a long, textured finish.

Food Pairings
Lobster, foie gras, roasted poultry, truffle dishes, or aged cheeses.

Verdict
A sophisticated Hermitage Blanc that showcases the complexity and longevity of Marsanne from this legendary hill.

🍷 Personal Pick
A horse of a different color, deeply complex and cerebral. The nutty, honeyed character balanced by vibrant tension makes this a fascinating and thought-provoking wine. — 7 months ago

Alvaro Bustillos

9.3

Expresidents ug — 7 months ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.1

Don’t let any tell you Bourgogne Aligote can’t be good. — 7 months ago

Bijan Shahvali

9.0

Thought it paired really nicely with lamb dish I ordered and Zoe’s peppercorn duck dish — 8 months ago

Doug Powers

9.5

Fabulous vintage Champagne, tight bubbles, moderately rich but super long finish, excellent!! — a year ago

with Jim

Conrad Green

9.2

Very dense and dark. Lovely fruit but compacted now. Needs time. — 7 years ago

with Bex

Arvid Broddefalk

9.0

Very easy drinking. Nice style that goes with lots of different types of food. — 11 years ago

John B. Paterson

Wine Director Frankies Spuntino & Prime Meats

9.7

Pristine. Best of this btl i've had. — 11 years ago

Pascaline Lepeltier, MS

Master Sommelier, Wine Director Rouge Tomate New York

9.0

Very good Brut, 60% PN 40% C all from Bouzy Grand Cru - a lot of energy for 2009 — 12 years ago

Mark Bellott

9.6

Quite good! — 13 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.5

M. Chapoutier “De L’Orée” Ermitage Blanc 2021, Rhône Valley, France 🇫🇷

Overview
One of Chapoutier’s most celebrated single-vineyard Marsanne wines, sourced from very old vines (60–70 years) in the Les Murets parcel. The ancient alluvial soils contribute immense concentration and depth.

Aromas & Flavors
Intensely aromatic with citrus, acacia, caramel, ripe orchard fruit, and floral undertones, layered with toasted nuts and subtle spice.

Mouthfeel
Full-bodied, powerful, and incredibly complex with remarkable length and precision.

Food Pairings
Lobster, scallops, foie gras, roasted poultry, or rich cream-based dishes.

Verdict
A monumental expression of Hermitage Blanc that demonstrates the extraordinary potential of old-vine Marsanne.

🍷 Personal Pick
My absolute favorite of the lineup. This single-vineyard Hermitage shows the firepower of old vines with stunning depth and complexity, easily among the best Marsanne ever tasted. Phenomenal.
— 7 months ago

Yoly Sardinas

9.5

Love the wine and Sacháis very nice — 7 months ago

Charlie C

8.9

Dark black fruit, spices and herbs. Nice with red sauce. — 7 months ago

John Wilmot

9.3

Christmas Day wine — 9 months ago

Ericsson

9.2

First time tasting this. Thought it was outstanding. — 10 months ago

Mario Vaillancourt

9.1

Très beau vin pour le prix, une bombe de fruits, super expressif et généreux, de belle texture, acidité moyenne avec des tannins agréables, très bien. 90-91

Very nice wine for the price, lots of generous and expressive red fruits, some soft spices, nice volume and texture, medium acidity and bodied with soft and silky approachable tannins, very very nice. — 5 years ago

Seth Morgen Long

Broker • Arterberry Maresh / Winemaker • Morgen Long

9.3

Tighter than a..... — 8 years ago

Michael Pitts

9.4

'69 Bernardine. From an excellent btl. Delicious. Not noticeably on the way down. Bright color, rich, + long finish. — 11 years ago

Jon S.

9.2

Very primary, but awesome. Meaty, beautiful black and blue fruit, acid, tannin. — 12 years ago

yal_gin_&_tonic

9.2

First time trying the blue!! Awesome — 13 years ago