La Mordoree
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Typically best enjoyed 10–25 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted duck, grilled ribeye steak, wild mushroom risotto
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Hailing from the precipitous, sun-drenched terraces of the Côte-Rôtie appellation in the northern Rhône, M. Chapoutier's 'La Mordorée' is a masterclass in single-vineyard expression. The wine takes its poetic name, which translates to 'the golden-brown one,' from the woodcock—a migratory bird celebrated in local folklore that seeks refuge in the vineyards during autumn. Sourced from exceptionally old Syrah vines planted on both the steep, mica-schist soils of the Côte Blonde and the iron-rich clay of the Côte Brune, this cuvée captures the dual nature of the appellation. Cultivated using strict biodynamic principles, the grapes are entirely hand-harvested and destemmed before undergoing fermentation in open concrete vats. The wine is then aged for 14 to 18 months in French oak casks, resulting in a deeply complex, aromatic masterpiece defined by black fruits, violets, tapenade, and a distinct mineral spine.
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Established in 1808 in Tain-l'Hermitage, M. Chapoutier is one of the Rhône Valley's most historic and revered wine producers, currently led by the visionary Michel Chapoutier who transitioned the estate to biodynamic farming in the 1990s. The maison is globally celebrated for its pioneering "sélections parcellaires" (single-vineyard wines) and its commitment to expressing the pure terroir of prestigious appellations like Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Utilizing traditional, low-intervention winemaking techniques, Chapoutier produces highly acclaimed reds and whites, including iconic labels such as the Châteauneuf-du-Pape Barbe Rac, Côte-Rôtie La Mordorée, and the Hermitage-derived La Sizeranne. Beyond the Rhône, the family has expanded its terroir-driven philosophy to exceptional estates in Roussillon, Australia's Victoria region, and Portugal's Douro Valley.