M.CHAPOUTIER Wines
With roots dating back to 1808, M. CHAPOUTIER is one of the oldest companies in the Rhône Valley. Yet, its world renown and the quality of wine can truly be accredited to the arrival of Michel Chapoutier in 1990. His willingness to change the set way, thirst for knowledge and open-mindedness, together with his drive to seek, discover and reflect the full potential of our terroirs, letting the soils express their true character, has put our wines firmly on the wine world map.
This philosophy is what gives our wines their signature style, forms the basis of the M. CHAPOUTIER ethos and drives our team to reveal the very best of what the soils have to offer.
Biodynamic Pioneers from the Rhône Valley
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M.CHAPOUTIERCollection Bio Côtes-du-Rhône Blanc
AOP Côtes-du-Rhône
Mainly made from the Grenache Blanc with portions of Viognier and Roussanne, from vineyards planted on clay & limestone soils. 4 months maturation on fine lees in stainless steel vats delivers a full and well-balanced wine with elegant notes of apricot on a fresh, long finish.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCondrieu Invitare
AOP Condrieu
From Latin, to invite. This Condrieu is an invitation to a very enjoyable drinking experience.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCôtes-du-Rhône Belleruche Blanc
AOP Côtes-du-Rhône
A staple wine from M.Chapoutier portofio, perfect match to its red counterpart.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCôtes-du-Rhône Collection Bio Adunatio Blanc
AOP Côtes-du-Rhône
Mainly made from the Grenache Blanc with portions of Viognier and Roussanne, from vineyards planted on clay & limestone soils. 4 months maturation on fine lees in stainless steel vats delivers a full and well-balanced wine with elegant notes of apricot on a fresh, long finish.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCrozes-Hermitage Les Meysonniers Blanc
AOP Crozes-Hermitage
Organic white Crozes-Hermitage from old Marsanne vines from hillside plantings full of notes of peony, quincy and almonds.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCrozes-Hermitage Petite Ruche Blanc
AOP Crozes-Hermitage
Rare white wine from the world famous Crozes-Hermitage appellation.
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M.CHAPOUTIERHermitage Chante-Alouette
AOP Hermitage
At the summit of Chante-Alouette stands a house that was once a shelter for hunters hunting game birds and larks in particular (alouette in French). This shelter has strong magnetism as it straddles the Hartmann lines (magnetic lines).
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M.CHAPOUTIERLa Combe Pilate ‘Esteban’ Brut Nature 2018, Vin de France
Vin de France
100% Viognier biodynamic and organic Brut Nature sparkling wine made by Méthode Ancestrale.
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M.CHAPOUTIERLa Combe Pilate Viognier 2018, IGP Collines Rhodaniennes
IGP Collines Rhodaniennes
Savoury and rustic Viognier with notes of bergamot and peach.
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M.CHAPOUTIERLa Combe Pilate Viognier 2019, IGP Collines Rhodaniennes
IGP Collines Rhodaniennes
Savoury and rustic Viognier with notes of bergamot and peach.
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M.CHAPOUTIERLa Combe Pilate Viognier 2020 IGP Collines Rhodaniennes
IGP Collines Rhodaniennes
Savoury and rustic Viognier with notes of bergamot and peach.
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M.CHAPOUTIERLuberon La Ciboise Blanc
AOP Luberon
The Luberon is subject to a wide range of temperatures during the day which leads to an incredible amount of freshness in the wine. This is a true Rhone blend of Grenache Blanc, Vermentino, Viognier and Roussanne. 5 months on its fine lees results in this fruity drop that expresses jasmine, peach and a whole array of exotic fruits
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M.CHAPOUTIERMuscat de Beaumes de Venise
AOP Muscat de Beaumes de Venise
A fortified wine made from Muscat a Petits Grains grapes, from vines planted on soft limestone and sandy areas. Powerful, rich and elegant nose with aromas of candied fruits and flowers, with a well-balanced, long lived palate.
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M.CHAPOUTIERSaint-Joseph Les Granilites Blanc
AOP Saint-Joseph
Les Granilites is a mineralogical term which refers to the fine-grained granite that forms the granite-based soil in which the vines grow
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M.CHAPOUTIERSaint-Joseph Les Granits Blanc
AOP Saint-Joseph
100% Marsanne from a 2ha vineyard planted on very steep, poor, stony granitic soil that gives this wine its mineral notes with floral overtones of honeysuckle and lily in its youth, transforming into waxy, honeyed tones as it matures. Harmonious and well-balanced, from the northernmost appellation of the Rhône.
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M.CHAPOUTIERSaint-Péray Les Tanneurs
AOP Saint-Péray
An elegant and fresh white wine, with some added complexity from part of the blend being vinified in oak casks.
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M.CHAPOUTIERSaint-Péray Lieu-dit Hongrie
AOP Saint-Péray
Intense white, 100% Marsanne from 40 year old vineyards.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCôtes-du-Rhône Belleruche Rosé
AOP Côtes-du-Rhône
Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah direct press rose mainly from the right bank of the Rhone, from vines planted in loess and sandy soils, which are perfect for this wine. Aromas of red fruits and grapefruit are complemented by notes of exotic fruits, with fresh, delicate, fruity and refreshing palate to follow.
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M.CHAPOUTIERChâteauneuf-du-Pape Collection Bio Facélie
AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape
From the most famous appellation in the southern Rhone, and indeed the world first appellation, given AOP status in 1936, this wine is a classic. From vines grown on vineyards covered by the legendary large rocks that stretch as far as the eye can see in the region. This is mainly Grenache, vinified in concrete eggs and aged in large oak casks fro 15 - 18 months. Expect rich fruit, spice and with some age, lots of liquorice and leather.
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M.CHAPOUTIERChâteauneuf-du-Pape La Bernardine Rouge
AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape
As its name implies, the history of the Chateauneuf-du-pape commune and its wine are strongly tied to papal history. In 1308, Pope Clement V, archbishop of Bordeaux, moved the papacy to Avignon. Some years later, under the reign of Pope Jean XX11, the wines came to be known as "wines of the Pope". This term later became Chateauneuf du pape. Jean XX11 was responsible for the construction of the Chateau which is the symbol of the appellation.
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M.CHAPOUTIERChâteauneuf-du-Pape Pie VI
AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape
65% Grenache and 35% Syrah blend from vineyards grown on low terraces of old alluvial deposits with pebbles that warm up the vines. Both the vinification and the maturation (18months) take place in concrete tank. This adds freshness to the wine, velvety tannins and a beautiful balance of concentration and complexity.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCornas Les Arènes
AOP Cornas
The name of this wine 'Les Arenes' (sands) comes from the term "Arenes Granitiques" (granitic sands). This is a geological phenomenon that arises with the decomposition of granite caused by water and wind, giving the soils a sandy nature
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M.CHAPOUTIERCostières de Nîmes Collection Bio Areca Rouge
AOP Costières de Nîmes
Organic wine with silky tannins, bursting with notes of red fruits and fine touch of spice and liquorice.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCostières de Nîmes La Ciboise Rouge
AOP Costières de Nîmes
Classic Rhône blend matured in concrete tans which give the wine its rich, fruit-filled palate with soft spices and delicate tannins.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCôte-Rôtie Les Bécasses
AOP Côte-Rôtie
Cote-Rotie, which translates to 'roasted slope' in English is a reference to the long sunshine hours the slopes of this appellation receive and give the grapes their exceptional balanace. Made from 100% Syrah, which expresses incredible power and elegance thanks to the high sunshine hours, this wine is agred in oak barrels (80%, mainly new barrels) to give richness and depth. The remaining 20% is aged in stainless steel to ensure the purity of fruit is retained.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCôte-Rôtie Neve
AOP Côte-Rôtie
1.5ha single vineyard Syrah from the roasted vineyards of Cote-Rotie planted on schist and mica. Notes of graphite and smoke with bramble leaves and mixed berries intermingle with textured tannins and notes of black pepper on saline finish.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCôtes-du-Rhône Belleruche Rouge
AOP Côtes-du-Rhône
A classic Rhône red full of red and black fruit flavours, with a hint of pepper on a silky palate.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCôtes-du-Rhône Collection Bio Adunatio Rouge
AOP Côtes-du-Rhône
Rich and silky organic wine aged in concrete tanks to preserve its fruity characters.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCrozes-Hermitage Les Meysonniers Rouge
AOP Crozes-Hermitage
Organic Syrah aged in concrete tanks that enhance its fruit and tannins.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCrozes-Hermitage Petite Ruche Rouge
AOP Crozes-Hermitage
100% Syrah from rocky terraces.
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M.CHAPOUTIERCrozes-Hermitage Sicamor
AOP Crozes-Hermitage
100% Syrah blend of different terroirs. Spicy, dark berried, savoury with velvety tannins - it will leave you wanting some more!
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M.CHAPOUTIERGigondas Les Jocasses
AOP Gigondas
Intensive yet fine, mainly Grenache blend, bringing strawberry jam aromas to the fore, with a touch of Syrah and Mourvèdre adding depth and spice into the mix.
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M.CHAPOUTIERHermitage L’Ermite Rouge
AOP Hermitage
The most elegant and aromatic Hermitage in the range from 3ha plot at the top of the Hermitage hill where the vines are over 80 year old, planted on poor granitic soils. The jewel in M. Chapoutier crown!
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M.CHAPOUTIERHermitage Monier de la Sizeranne
AOP Hermitage
The name 'Monier de la Sizeranne' comes from the name of an important Tain l'Hermitage family. The family also owned the 'La Sizeranne' vineyard. This family has had influence since 1790, as it produced Henri Monier de la Sizeranne, senator; Maxime Monier de la Sizeranne, painter; Maurice Monier de la Sizeranne, the man responsible for creating a version of Braille, Robert Monier de la Sizeranne, translator of Ruskin's book. The bottle label displays a lion, which is the Sizeranne family crest.
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M.CHAPOUTIERLa Bernardine Rouge 2017, Châteauneuf-du-Pape
AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape
As its name implies, the history of the Chateauneuf-du-pape commune and its wine are strongly tied to papal history. In 1308, Pope Clement V, archbishop of Bordeaux, moved the papacy to Avignon. Some years later, under the reign of Pope Jean XX11, the wines came to be known as "wines of the Pope". This term later became Chateauneuf du pape. Jean XX11 was responsible for the construction of the Chateau which is the symbol of the appellation.
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M.CHAPOUTIERLa Ciboise Rouge 2019, Luberon
AOP Luberon
From an AOP area completely nestled in the heart of the Luberon Regional Nature Park, with vines grown in sandy-clay soil at an altitude of 350 metres. The wine is aged for 6 months in concrete vats, delivering complex aromas of blackberry and blackcurrant fruit, with an elegant, fresh palate wrapped in silky tannins, with a hint of liquorice on the finish.
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M.CHAPOUTIERLuberon La Ciboise Rouge
AOP Luberon
From an AOP area completely nestled in the heart of the Luberon Regional Nature Park, with vines grown in sandy-clay soil at an altitude of 350 metres. The wine is aged for 6 months in concrete vats, delivering complex aromas of blackberry and blackcurrant fruit, with an elegant, fresh palate wrapped in silky tannins, with a hint of liquorice on the finish.
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M.CHAPOUTIERMonier de la Sizeranne 2015, Hermitage
AOP Hermitage
The name 'Monier de la Sizeranne' comes from the name of an important Tain l'Hermitage family. The family also owned the 'La Sizeranne' vineyard. This family has had influence since 1790, as it produced Henri Monier de la Sizeranne, senator; Maxime Monier de la Sizeranne, painter; Maurice Monier de la Sizeranne, the man responsible for creating a version of Braille, Robert Monier de la Sizeranne, translator of Ruskin's book. The bottle label displays a lion, which is the Sizeranne family crest.
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M.CHAPOUTIERRasteau Les Gadilles
AOP Rasteau
Vineyards in Rasteau were always absorbed into other appellations until 2010 when Rasteau was granted full AOP status. The vineyards are planted a few kilometres from the 'Dentelles de Montmirail' mountains, which form the foothills of France's highest peak, Mont Ventoux. The soils are chalky with good drainage and the wine is matured in stainless steel for 12 - 16 months giving it powerful dark fruit notes of raspberry and blackcurrant.
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M.CHAPOUTIERSaint-Joseph Deschants Rouge
AOP Saint-Joseph
Saint-Joseph is the second largest appellation in the Northern Rhone and over 90'% of the wine is red, made exclusively from Syrah. The vineyards are planted on the steep slopes of the right bank of the Rhone river, vinified in concrete tanks and then aged in a mixture of concrete and oak, which adds depth and complexity to this juicy, floral and spicy wine.
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M.CHAPOUTIERSaint-Joseph Les Granilites Rouge
AOP Saint-Joseph
Les Granilites is a mineralogical term which refers to the fine-grained granite that forms the granite-based soil in which the vines grow. Certified organic.
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M.CHAPOUTIERVacqueyras
AOP Vacqueyras
Made up of predominantly Grenache with a touch of Mourvedre, this intense and generous red hails from Vacqueyras which was the second Cote du Rhone villages to be upgraded to full AOP status in 1990. Its wines are often referred to being like siblings of Chateauneuf du Pape with its rich black fruit and white pepper characters.
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M.CHAPOUTIERVacqueyras Avarum
AOP Vacqueyras
Made up of predominantly Grenache with a touch of Mourvedre, this intense and generous red hails from Vacqueyras which was the second Cote du Rhone villages to be upgraded to full AOP status in 1990. Its wines are often referred to being like siblings of Chateauneuf du Pape with its rich black fruit and white pepper characters.
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M.CHAPOUTIERLa Combe Pilate ‘Esteban’ Brut Nature 2019, Vin de France
Vin de France
100% Viognier biodynamic and organic Brut Nature sparkling wine made by Méthode Ancestrale.