M. Chapoutier : Les Granits 2020

A well-balanced and complex white wine from Saint-Joseph

The estate

Established since 1808 in Tain-L'Hermitage, M. Chapoutier is an elite reference among fine Rhône Valley wines today.

Winemaker and wine merchant, Michel Chapoutier has successfully elevated this family-owned business to the very top. The wines by Maison Chapoutier are renowned by the finest connoisseurs from all around the world for their refinement and high quality. A man of many talents, Michel Chapoutier holds the world record for 100/100 scores awarded by the American critic, Robert Parker. Mathilde, Michel Chapoutier's daughter, has taken over the running of this iconic house, which comprises over 350 hectares of vineyards in the most prestigious appellations of the northern and southern Rhône Valley region.

The vineyard

Les Granits 2020 white wine by M. Chapoutier is a Saint-Joseph wine made from a selection of old vines planted on very steep slopes in the south of the village of Tournon, a terroir composed mainly of granite.

Vinification and ageing

The grapes are harvested by hand when fully ripe, and are pressed before settling for 24 to 48 hours. Fermentation is carried out 50% in vats and 50% in demi-muids. The wine is aged on its lees for 8 to 10 months with stirring of the lees. Blending is carried out before bottling.

The blend

Marsanne (100%).

Granits 2020 by M. Chapoutier: Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

Colour

The colour is a beautiful golden yellow.

Nose

The nose seduces with its minerality, through floral notes (honeysuckle, lily). When aerated, the bouquet reveals notes of tabasco, wax and honey.

Palate

Balanced and harmonious, the palate stretches to a finish whose subtle spicy notes evolve over the years of ageing, revealing honeyed aromas.