Petite Ruche

2012 Crozes-Hermitage White Blend

The 2012 M. Chapoutier Direct Petite Ruche is a captivating white blend hailing from the prestigious Crozes-Hermitage region, showcasing the winemaker's dedication to quality and elegance. This wine presents a radiant, shimmering hue that beckons with its inviting allure. On the palate, it offers a bright and refreshing acidity that perfectly balances its fruit intensity, revealing delightful notes of stone fruit and citrus. The mouthfeel is harmonious, with a subtle creaminess that enhances its overall appeal. This wine is wonderfully dry, making it an excellent companion to a variety of dishes, from seafood to light vegetarian fare. The craftsmanship behind the M. Chapoutier label is evident in every sip, as it exemplifies the unique terroir of Crozes-Hermitage while inviting wine lovers to experience its joyful complexity.

Tasting notes:

Lemon

Honey

White Peach

Flavor profile:

Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:

Crozes-Hermitage

The largest appellation in France's Northern Rhône sub-region, Crozes-Hermitage is famed for its sophisticated reds made exclusively from the Syrah grape. Sitting on the east bank of the Rhône River and covering more territory than its smaller neighbors, Crozes-Hermitage wines are quite diverse. Dark berry flavors with violet aromas are the typical style here, although wines from sunnier south- and west-facing slopes tend to have more dried herb and tobacco notes. As well as vineyard orientation, soils play a vital role in Crozes-Hermitage. These range from dense gravel to red clay and light sands, highlighting the importance of terroir on a wine's character. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestige of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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