About this wine
Chapoutier flagship Hermitage Rouge from a single parcel of old-vine Syrah, biodynamically farmed, produced in minuscule quantities and among the most coveted Northern Rhône reds.
The pinnacle of Northern Rhône Syrah — not a starter wine but a life experience for the curious enthusiast
Sommelier's Note
"Le Pavillon from Chapoutier is among the five greatest Syrahs on earth — its concentration, minerality, and longevity place it firmly alongside La Landonne and La Turque"
Food Pairings
Exceptional with Périgord black truffle dishes, grilled squab, roasted lamb with herbes de Provence, venison, and aged Comté. The wine's power and depth demand equally complex preparations.
When to drink it
The most exceptional dinners, major milestones, serious wine collector events
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Syrah
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- ¥60,000–120,000
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Syrah from the Le Méal parcel on the Hermitage hill — among the most prestigious sites in the Northern Rhône. Biodynamically farmed, indigenous yeast fermentation with whole clusters, aged in new and one-year oak barriques. Produced in tiny quantities.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Le Pavillon considered one of the world's greatest red wines?
- Le Pavillon is produced from a single parcel (Le Méal) on the Hermitage hill, biodynamically farmed, with extremely low yields and the full concentration of Hermitage's granite soils. The wine regularly scores 100 points from major critics and is the benchmark for concentrated, age-worthy Northern Rhône Syrah.
- What does Chapoutier Ermitage Le Pavillon taste like?
- Dark and brooding with blackberry, smoked meat, black olive, violet, and graphite. Young, it is massive and structured with monumental tannins. With 15–20 years of age, extraordinary complexity emerges: truffle, leather, black pepper, and silky finesse.
- How long does Le Pavillon need to age?
- Le Pavillon should not be opened within 10 years of vintage. Optimal drinking is typically 15–30 years. The greatest vintages (1990, 1999, 2003, 2010) can age 40–50 years with proper cellaring.
- Why is Chapoutier significant in biodynamic viticulture?
- Michel Chapoutier was one of the first major Rhône producers to convert entirely to biodynamic agriculture in the late 1980s and early 1990s. This commitment is reflected in the intensity and precision of Le Pavillon's terroir expression.
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