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M. Chapoutier Petite Ruche Rouge
AOP Crozes-Hermitage, Rhône
Tasting Notes
A beautiful nose of red berries, blackcurrant and raspberry followed by a palate with beautiful freshness and roundness.
Food Pairings![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
Grilled flank steak, leg of lamb, roast chicken and tomato-based dishes. Also compliments a wide selection of cheeses, vegetarian terrines and charcuterie.
Vintage Notes![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
Winter was mild, followed by spring frosts and then a cool summer with record rainfall. Despite a growing season beset with variable weather, responsiveness and careful vineyard management produced quality wines with freshness and an ethereal style. Grapes harvested at maturity.
Winemaking Notes![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
This Crozes-Hermitage is vinified in cement vats with two pumpings-over per day. Vatting lasts between 3 and 4 weeks after the alcoholic fermentation. Ageing is performed in vats. The wine will be bottled the next autumn to preserve a maximum of fruits.
Vineyard Notes![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
Soils for the Petite Ruche are composed of high alluvial deposit terraces all of which are well-drained, and organically tended.
Technical Info![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
Grapes: 100% Syrah
Alcohol by Volume: 12.5%
Tasting Notes
A beautiful nose of red berries, blackcurrant and raspberry followed by a palate with beautiful freshness and roundness.
Food Pairings![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
Grilled flank steak, leg of lamb, roast chicken and tomato-based dishes. Also compliments a wide selection of cheeses, vegetarian terrines and charcuterie.
Winemaking Notes![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
This Crozes-Hermitage is vinified in cement vats with two pumpings-over per day. Vatting lasts between 3 and 4 weeks after the alcoholic fermentation. Aged in vats.
Vineyard Notes![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
Soils for the Petite Ruche are composed of high alluvial deposit terraces all of which are well-drained, and organically tended.
Technical Info![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
Grapes: 100% Syrah
Alcohol by Volume: 12.5%
Tasting Notes
A beautiful nose of red berries, blackcurrant and raspberry followed by a palate with beautiful freshness and roundness.
Food Pairings![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
Grilled and roasted red meats. Pairs beautifully with roasted lamb or barbecue meats. Also is nice with pizza, pasta, casseroles, stews and mature strong cheeses.
Winemaking Notes![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
This Crozes-Hermitage is vinified in cement vats with two pumpings-over per day. Vatting lasts between 3 and 4 weeks after the alcoholic fermentation. Aged in vats.
Vineyard Notes![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
Soils for the Petite Ruche are composed of high alluvial deposit terraces all of which are well-drained, and organically tended.
Technical Info![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
Grapes: 100% Syrah
Alcohol by Volume: 13.5%
pH: 3.77
Total Acidity: 4.31 g/L
Tasting Notes
A beautiful nose of red berries, blackcurrant and raspberry followed by a palate with beautiful freshness and roundness.
Food Pairings![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
Grilled and roasted red meats. Pairs beautifully with roasted lamb or barbecue meats. Also is nice with pizza, pasta, casseroles, stews and mature strong cheeses.
Winemaking Notes![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
This Crozes-Hermitage is vinified in cement vats with two pumpings-over per day. Vatting lasts between 3 and 4 weeks after the alcoholic fermentation. Aged in vats.
Vineyard Notes![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
The soil is composed of high alluvial deposit terraces with a lot of shingle.
Technical Info![](https://www.foliowine.com/wp-content/themes/folio-theme-20171229-2120/dist/images/arrows-down.png)
Grapes: 100% Syrah
Alcohol by Volume: 13.5%
pH: 3.77
Total Acidity: 4.31 g/L