No name is more closely associated with the greatness of the Rhone valley than M. Chapoutier. The history of the Chapoutier family stretches back to the early nineteenth century when current owner Michel Chapoutier's great-, great-, great-grandfather Marius purchased an estate and some vineyards in the now famous village of Tain l'Hermitage in the Northern Rhône Valley. Marius Chapoutier made history in the region when he became the first grape grower there to vinify his own fruit. Marius had tasted wines other winemakers produced using his fruit and he realized that something was lost in translation, so to speak. He knew that he owned some of the best growing sites in the appellation and he believed -- rightly -- that the grapes grown in his vineyards could produce long-lived world-class wines. In a move unusual at the time, he decided that he should make the wine himself. Not only did the quality of the wines increase greatly, but this move provided the capital to expand the Chapoutiers' already legendary estate. A visionary and pioneer in biodynamic winemaking, his restless energy and unconditional commitment to quality have produced tremendous success, with the most 90+ point ratings of all Rhône producers and 16 "100 point" rated wines.
Description Belleruche translates to beautiful beehive in French, a name which takes inspiration from the bees and hives that thrive in the sustainable vineyards of M.
Description Belleruche translates to beautiful beehive in French, a name which takes inspiration from the bees and hives that thrive in the sustainable vineyards of M.
Powerful on the nose; aromas of red fruit, sweet spice and garrigue scents; medium to full-bodied wine with great power, fine tannins, great finish with
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Tasting notes This wine is initially quiet and reserved, with light blackberry paste and black-cherry tones that are spiced by hints of dark chocolate, licorice and
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Tasting notes "A muscular red, with concentrated flavors of dark cherry, plum, raspberry tart and grilled fig. The dense finish of dark chocolate is firm and
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Tasting notes "Bila Haut's entry-level white is a super value. A blend of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Macabeu, Vermentino and Marsanne, the Ctes du Roussillon les Vignes
Vinous Media 89 “Shimmering orange. Ripe red berry, orange pith and floral aromas are complemented by a subtle nectarine flourish. Smooth and open-knit, offering plump strawberry
James Suckling 92 "Juicy, powerful and fruity on the palate, with lovely roasted notes. There are silky and delicate tannins." Description Belleruche translates to “beautiful beehive” in French,
Wine Enthusiast 90 This Syrah-dominant blend is muscular in stature yet zesty and thirst quenching. Aged in concrete rather than oak, it offers sun-drenched but pristine
Palate: Suave, gourmand and well-balanced, the wine shows a great freshness and persistency. Aromas of juicy pear and white blossoms. Fresh and smooth on
James Suckling 91 "M. Chapoutier Belleruche wines offer and exceptional everyday option from the talented winemaker Michel Chapoutier. Michel says making affordable high quality wines is
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Tasting notes "A muscular red, with concentrated flavors of dark cherry, plum, raspberry tart and grilled fig. The dense finish of dark chocolate is firm and
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Jeb Dunnuck 91-93 The 2018 Cotes Du Roussillon Villages Les Vignes De Bila Haut showed nicely, with both freshness and richness, Clean blackberry, currants, violets, and
James Suckling 89 "Very fragrant and perfumed with a light, grilled-lemon note, across ripe melon and peaches. The palate has a superb build of fresh, ripe
Jeb Dunnuck 92 "Not yet bottled and mostly Grenache (there's a touch of Muscat, Grenache Gris, and Vermentino), the 2018 Ctes Du Roussillon Les Vignes De
Wine Enthusiast 89 "Salmon pink in hue, this fullbodied but crisply balanced Ros offers pert redcherry and raspberry flavors accented with thyme and rosemary. Dry and
"Deep garnet red color. Intense fruit aromas such as black currant and raspberry, complemented by notes of white pepper. The wine is juicy, powerful and
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This blend of mainly Syrah with Grenache and Carignan in support was aged in concrete vats for 7-8 months has a complex stream of wild
Tasting notes Each of the varietals in the blend offers up their unique flavors to combine a refreshing and crisp wine with “high resolution” of flavors.
Wine Advocate 91 The 2018 Cotes du Rhone is a 70-30 blend of Grenache and Syrah, all matured in tank. It shows appealing blueberry and cherry
In the tradition of the Rhône valley’s great rosé wines, Chapoutier’s Belleruche Rosé is made from a blend of Grenache (roughly 75%), with smaller amounts
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Wine Advocate 91-93 The full-bodied 2017 Cotes du Roussillon Villages Lesquerde l'Esquerda is wonderfully lush, welcoming and supple. Loaded with black cherries and crushed stone, this
"Medium tannic, chokeberry jam notes, sour cherry, blackcurrant notes, light eucalyptus notes"
Wine Advocate 90 "Bila Haut's entry-level white is a super value. A blend of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Macabeu, Vermentino and Marsanne, the 2017 Ctes du Roussillon
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Jeb Dunnuck 92 "The 2017 Ctes du Roussillon Villages Les Vignes de Bila Haut reminds me of an impressive St Joseph (despite having lots of Grenache