Chapoutier, Ermitage Greffieux other_regions Moderately strong wood and menthol

Moderately strong wood and menthol elements frame the aromas of essence of red cherry

fresh peach

The oak feels a little more evident (Carlos explained they used a little more new oak for it)

Gains weight and structure with air and finishes with outstanding power and focus

it has great concentration

Chapoutier, Ermitage Greffieux other_regions Moderately strong wood and mentholVivid purple. Mineral and smoke accented blackberry and blueberry on the intensely perfumed nose and in the mouth. Lush but energetic, with a peppery nuance adding bite and a sexy floral note building in the glass. Gains weight and structure with air and finishes with outstanding power and focus, on a lingering candied violet note. The most mineral driven of this year's set of Ermitage bottlings from Chapoutier, and in need of patience. Josh Raynolds