1997 M. Chapoutier, Hermitage, Le Meal Blanc 6x75cl

Wine Advocate 98

In 1997, Michel Chapoutier introduced a luxury cuvee of white Hermitage called Le Meal. It displays, in addition to cherry notes, an orange Grand Marnier characteristic to its fruit. It is an immense, full-bodied, fabulously powerful and concentrated dry white with a steely finish. There are approximately 300 cases of this spectacular offering. Look for it to shut down in 3-4 years, and last for 3-4 decades. Importer: Paterno Imports, Lake Bluff, IL; tel. (847) 604-8900 [Robert M. Parker, Jr., 28/02/1999]

Anticipated maturity: 2004-2040