A vein of fresh apple and grapefruit is tapped to introduce unexpected primary juiciness into the layers of confitured

Ravera and Le Coste vineyards

3% Cabernet Franc makes up the rest of the blend

and the wine overall is surprisingly succulent and approachable

With a decanter filled with crème de cassis

Chapoutier, Ermitage Pavillon other_regions A vein of fresh appleSourced 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