Chapoutier, Ermitage Greffieux Vintage:2019 and there's no lack of

and there's no lack of volume or concentration

Next to the traditional cuvée

graceful evolution

fresh and ripe nose speaks of red berry fruit liqueur

fermentation in stainless steel with neutral yeasts and an élevage of 16 months in new French barriques

Chapoutier, Ermitage Greffieux Vintage:2019 and there's no lack ofVivid purple. Mineral and smoke accented blackberry and blueberry on the intensely perfumed nose and in the mouth. Lush but energetic, with a peppery nuance adding bite and a sexy floral note building in the glass. Gains weight and structure with air and finishes with outstanding power and focus, on a lingering candied violet note. The most mineral driven of this year's set of Ermitage bottlings from Chapoutier, and in need of patience. Josh Raynolds