Petite Ruche Chapoutier Crozes-Hermitage AOP 2023

Crozes-Hermitage AOP 2023 red wine produced by the Chapoutier house in the northern Rhône Valley. This wine combines fruit and freshness, driven by the Syrah grape characteristic of the appellation. A 75cl bottle with 14.5% ABV, best served with meat dishes or aged cheeses.

Who produces Petite Ruche Chapoutier Crozes-Hermitage AOP 2023?

Chapoutier is a historic Rhône-based wine house, established in Tain-l'Hermitage and renowned for its work in the northern Rhône Valley. The Petite Ruche cuvée showcases its expertise in the Crozes-Hermitage appellation, where the estate vinifies grapes from this extensive vineyard in the northern Rhône.

In which terroir is Petite Ruche Chapoutier Crozes-Hermitage AOP 2023 produced?

Crozes-Hermitage is the largest appellation in the northern Rhône, with soils that vary by area: rounded river stones, clay-limestone, or sandy and loess terraces. The appellation's regulations reserve Syrah for red wines, a grape that gives Crozes-Hermitage its structured and spicy character, tempered here by a continental climate with Mediterranean influences.

What is the tasting profile of Petite Ruche Chapoutier Crozes-Hermitage AOP 2023?

This 2023 Crozes-Hermitage expresses notes of red fruit accompanied by violet and a subtle spicy touch. The palate begins smoothly and freshly, driven by fine tannins that lead to an elegant and easy-drinking finish, typical of the style sought in this appellation.

What dishes pair with Petite Ruche Chapoutier Crozes-Hermitage AOP 2023?

This Rhône red wine pairs well with grilled or roasted red meats, poultry in a light sauce, and aged cheeses such as Tomme or Saint-Marcellin. Its freshness also makes it a good match for Mediterranean cuisine with Herbes de Provence.