Monier de la Sizeranne
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Typically best enjoyed 8 to 25 years from the vintage release, as it requires time to soften its powerful tannins and reveal its complex tertiary aromas.
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Roasted rosemary lamb, venison stew, or slow-cooked beef short ribs.
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Hailing from the legendary slopes of the Hermitage hill, M. Chapoutier's 'Monier de la Sizeranne' is a masterclass in Northern Rhône Syrah. The wine's name pays homage to the historic Monier de la Sizeranne family, the original owners of the vineyard. Notably, Maurice de la Sizeranne, a blind member of the family who became a prominent figure in the blind community, inspired Michel Chapoutier to introduce Braille on all his wine labels starting in 1996. This deeply expressive red is crafted from a blend of distinct terroirs on the Hermitage hill, combining the structure of Les Bessards, the richness of Le Méal, and the elegance of Les Greffieux. The grapes are entirely destemmed and traditional fermentation takes place in concrete vats, followed by 12 to 18 months of aging in oak barrels, resulting in a wine of profound complexity, featuring dark fruit, cracked black pepper, and smoky mineral notes.
🍾 wine.about_producer
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.