M. Chapoutier Avarum Vacqueyras

The story began with Michel Chapoutier, a unique man with a thirst for knowledge, definitely one of a kind. He seeks to discover and reflect the full potential of his terroirs and let the soils express their true character.
This now forms the basis of the M. CHAPOUTIER ethos to reveal the very best of what the soils have to offer.

Mostly aged in concrete vats, Avarum in the Vacqueyras appellation, is a blend of Grenache and Mourvèdre. We find an intense and generous nose, with notes of black fruits and spices. The mouth, full of freshness, is rich and ample, with silky and elegant tannins, for a long smoky finish. A delight!

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VARIETALS
Grenache and Mourvèdre

VINTAGE
2020

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Description

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 14.5%

APPEARANCE
Deep garnet hue.

NOSE
Intense and generous with notes of black fruit, such as black cherry and blackberry, and a spicy touch of white pepper.

PALATE
Full and rich on the palate, great freshness on the entry.
Tannins are silky and elegant. The palate is dominated by red fruit.
Long lingering finish with slightly smoky notes.

AGEING
Mainly aged in concrete vats, with a less important part in 600 litre barrels. Bottling takes place 12 months later.

PAIRING
Barbecued grilled meat, Burgundy beef stew in red wine and semi hard cheeses.

READINESS FOR DRINKING
Drink now and decant it for 15-30 minutes, in order to release the aromas. Or cellar it for 5 to 7 years.

RATINGS

4.0

Additional information

Vintage	2020
Grape	Grenache, Mourvèdre
Producer	M. Chapoutier
Style	Dry
Types	Red