2000 M. Chapoutier, Hermitage, Le Meal Blanc 1x750ml

Robert Parker 98

Bigger and richer than the ’01, the sensational 2000 Ermitage le Meal Blanc knocks it out of the park with its buttered peach, wood smoke, orange liqueur, honey and hazelnut-driven bouquet. A wine that should make any Hermitage Blanc lover’s knees weak, this full-bodied, voluptuous and concentrated effort has fabulous purity and a blockbuster finish. Totally hedonistic, it still has another 2-3 decades of longevity. [Jeb Dunnuck, 28/09/2017]

Anticipated maturity: 2015-2045

Vinous 89+

Superripe aromas of dried fruits, minerals and charred oak. Fat but quite dry, with very ripe dried fruit flavors and a strong impression of acidity and alcohol. Impressive but almost over the top. [Stephen Tanzer, 01/01/2002]