Ermitage Blanc Cuvee de L`Oree Chapoutier Magnum 1999

Chapoutier Ermitage Blanc Cuvée de L`Orée 1999 is a full-bodied white wine produced from Marsanne grapes in the Northern Rhône Valley of France. Maison Chapoutier is one of the oldest and most prestigious names in the Rhône region, producing a wide range of cuvées. Chapoutier is both a négociant and a winemaker, actively engaged throughout the Rhône Valley, with holdings in nearly 25% of the entire appellation. This particular release showcases an old-vine Marsanne from the iconic Hermitage appellation in the northern Rhône. The 1999 is available here in magnum format. "The awesome 1999 Ermitage Cuvee de l`Oree flirts with perfection. It is full-bodied, with an incredible bouquet of liquid minerals, liquorice, honeysuckle, citrus, and a hint of tropical fruits. One-hundred percent new oak aging has been completely absorbed by the wine`s fruit and glycerin. This is a winemaking tour de force, made from exceedingly low yields of 12-15 hectoliters per hectare (less than one ton of fruit per acre). However, readers should understand that these are often unusual wines to drink because they tend to show exceptionally well for 4-5 years after bottling, then close up until about age 12." Wine Advocate, 2012