M. Chapoutier Rouge Clair 2024 vs Villa Wolf Pinot Noir 2022
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £13.99 | £13.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | — | Villa Wolf |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Syrah, Grenache | Pinot Noir |
| Country | France | — |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
M. Chapoutier Rouge Clair 2024
M. Chapoutier Rouge Clair is a delicate, fruit-driven red wine from one of the Rhone Valley's most celebrated producers. Blending Grenache and Syrah from clay limestone terraces, it is crafted for freshness and aromatic purity rather than weight or extraction, making it one of the most versatile and approachable bottles in the French Wines range. Why You'll Love It M. Chapoutier is one of the great names of the Rhone Valley , renowned for biodynamic viticulture and wines of exceptional terroir expression. Rouge Clair is their lighter, more playful side, a wine designed to be enjoyed chilled as an aperitif or with food, without any of the weight or tannin that can make bigger reds less versatile. Strawberry, raspberry, and floral notes make it immediately appealing, and its delicate, fruity finish keeps you coming back for more. Vineyard & Production Sourced from carefully selected clay limestone terraces, blending 80% Grenache Noir and 20% Syrah. After de-stemming, the grapes are placed in vat with yeast for 72 hours without intervention to limit colour extraction and enhance aromatics. Alcoholic fermentation continues at 20°C, followed by light additions of sulfur after malolactic fermentation to preserve the fruit's pure flavour and freshness. Tasting Notes Delicate aromas of strawberry, mashed raspberry, and floral notes with a light, elegant touch. On the palate, it is fresh and fruit-driven with a delicate, fruity finish that leaves a pleasant, lingering sensation. Best enjoyed slightly chilled. Perfect Pairings Excellent served chilled as an aperitif or alongside charcuterie, light meat dishes, grilled salmon, and soft cheeses. Its lightness and freshness also make it a natural partner for picnics and al fresco dining. The Blend Grenache Noir 80%, Syrah 20%.
Villa Wolf Pinot Noir 2022
Villa Wolf Pinot Noir is a medium-bodied, approachable red wine from the Pfalz region of Germany. It shows bright black-cherry fruit with juicy, ripe flavours, complemented by a spicy mid-palate and a lingering finish. The wine is balanced with firm acidity and subtle earthy tannins, enhanced by gentle oak aging for depth and complexity. Meet the producer Villa Wolf is a prominent winery in the Pfalz, renowned for producing elegant, terroir-driven wines. The estate combines traditional winemaking with modern techniques to capture the distinct character of the region while maintaining freshness and structure in its wines. Production The grapes are 100% destemmed and undergo cold maceration before fermentation in stainless steel at 18–20°C. Half of the wine is matured for 15–18 months in French oak barriques (30% new) for depth and complexity, while the other half is kept in stainless steel to preserve freshness. Tasting notes Medium-bodied with bright black-cherry aromas, juicy ripe fruit on the palate, a spicy mid-palate, and a long, elegant finish. Subtle oak adds smoky and earthy nuances without overpowering the fruit. Food match Pairs well with roasted chicken, pork, grilled salmon, or lightly spiced vegetable dishes. Grape Pinot Noir 100%
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