2012 Chapoutier Ermitage Le Meal Blanc

The first white Ermitage we taste and there`s a big step up from St-Joseph. It`s bigger, bolder, vinous and certainly more mineral on nose and palate. There`s more structure too, both in the form of grip and a lovely bitter twist on the end that acts as a counterpoint to the herby, greengage and rhubarb fruit. (CW 03/06/13)