“Les Chapouins” is the Famille Perrin’s single vineyard in Chateauneuf du Pape named after the plot.
A windy and relatively cool area of the appellation that gives finesse and elegance to this predominantly Grenache blend and shows the great potential of the terroir of Chateauneuf du Pape. .
Grape Varieties: Grenache noir, Mourvèdre, Syrah
Alc. 14,5% vol.
Serving Tips: 15°C in big glasses with game, truffles and mushrooms.
Vinification:
Vinified in the same way as Beaucastel, each variety is hand picked separately.
Vinification in oak barrels for Syrah and Mourvedre that are reductive varieties, and in traditional cement tanks for the oxidative Grenache variety.
After the malolactic fermentation, Famille Perrin blended the different varieties and aged the wine in oak casks for 5 years.
Situation:
This wine is made from vines planted on a plot located in the north of the appellation of Chateauneuf du Pape on the locality of Les Chapouins.
Terroir:
The soil on this plot is typical of Chateauneuf du Pape, composed of the famous round pebbles on the surface, clay and limestone.
A terroir that takes advantage of the windy and relatively cool location.
Vintage:
In 2010, all the right conditions were united to produce an exceptional vintage.
Heavy rainfall during spring, followed by a very hot summer and an Indian summer in September allowed for great harvest conditions.
This vintage produced very balanced wines on intense notes of fruit with a great finesse.
Contains: 750ml
Allergy information: Contains suliftes
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Ulysses 2014, with its breadth of dimension and creamy texture, offers rich tobacco, ripe plum and fig aromas balanced beautifully by a long, supple finish. Ulysses is a distinctive Cabernet Sauvignon with a touch of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. It should be decanted prior to serving.
Origin: Oakville, Napa Valley
Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon 92%, Cabernet Franc 5%, Petit Verdot 3%
Taste: Dry
Viticulture: Dry-farming (no irrigation), Soil tillage (French plow), Vine growth management adapted to the climatic conditions
Harvest: Manual harvest: sunny side of the vines picked a few days before the shady side Manual and optical sorting
Winemaking/Aging: Gentle pump-overs and extraction In French oak barrels
Alc. 14,5% vol.
Awards: James Suckling: 96 points
Vintage Summery:
2015 was characterized by a very dry early winter with heavy rains in February and continued rainfall in March and April (February: 11.7 inches |
March: 4 inches | April: 2 inches). Average temperatures were higher than historical averages, with minor heat spikes in June (101F) and in July (103F). No heat spikes were recorded in August or September
Inhalt 750ml
Allergy information: Contains Sulfites
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The 2014 Opus One exudes subtle aromas of fragrant florals, fresh garden herbs and forest floor that give way to a concentrated blend of red cherry, blackberry and black currant. Fine-grained tannins offer a velvety texture and complex structure that builds to a long, vibrantly fresh finish with a touch of mocha. Enjoyable now, the wine will delight for years to come.
Vintage:
The 2014 vintage was precocious – marked by the earliest bud break in our history.
Timely rainfall and a continuation of mild and dry conditions throughout the year allowed the grapevines to support the slightly higher-than-expected yields. Following a near-perfect growing season, harvest commenced on September 5th just as the grapes reflected an ideal balance between freshness and concentration. After an early rainstorm, there was a brief pause; but the succinct harvest was completed on October 7th.
Region: Napa Valley
Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon 80%, Petit Verdot 7%, Cabernet Franc 6%, Merlot 5% and Malbec 2%
Alc.: 14,5% vol.
Ratings & Awards: James Suckling 97, Robert Parker 96, Wine Spectator 93, Decanter 93 Points
Skin Contact: 20 days
Barrel Aging: 18 months in new French oak
Allergy information: contains sulfite
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Initial dark fruit, spice and baking aromas in the 2015 Opus One are interwoven with seductive notes of violet, black tea, and sage.
The entry is vibrant with ripe dark fruit flavors of plum, blackberry and blueberry followed by hints of vanilla and cocoa.
Silky, fine-grained tannins provide structure and a creamy texture.
The wine finishes with fresh acidity and a rich, lingering finish that promises longevity in the cellar.
Vintage:
Marking the warmest year since 2008, the 2015 growing season set are cord for early bloom.
Drought conditions persisted, and rainfall was erratic, with most of the much-needed rain falling at the end of the previous year and supplemented by only a single storm in February, which was enough water to sustain the vines.
Cooler conditions during flowering ultimately lead to a smaller number of berries on each cluster and lower than average yields.
Warm summer months led to advanced veraison, which was followed by perfect ripening conditions.
Harvest began on September 1 with short pauses; heat spells and continued warmth allowed for the berries to be steadily picked at their ideal maturity. The harvest was completed on October 8.
Region: Napa Valley
Varietals:
Cabernet Sauvignon 81%, Cabernet Franc 7%, Merlot 6%, Petit Verdot 4%, Malbec 2%
Alc.: 14,5% vol.
Awards & Ratings: James Suckling 98/100
Skin Contact: 21 days
Barrel Aging:
18 months in new French oak
Allergy information: contains sulfite
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After an already wet winter and spring, unseasonably late rainfall occurred during flowering in June and disrupted fruit set. The variable rain and low temperatures reduced the number and size of berries on each cluster and increased concentration of the fruit. To reduce ground moisture, extra leaves and shoots were left in place on the vine. Lateral growth was removed to open up the middle canopy and increase air circulation. Given late-season heat spikes that occurred in the 2009 and 2010 vintages, the decision to pick was made during the fresh fruit stage of ripeness. This allowed 45% of the harvest to be completed before an early October storm pushed harvest back by a week. Ultimately the harvest was completed on October 25th, just over a month after it started.
The 2011 Opus One expresses fresh aromas of bright red fruits, herbes de provence, bay leaf and cassis which give way to subtler notes of black tea and white pepper. The wine’s round tannins and creamy texture envelop the familiar flavors of fresh cherry, cranberry, and boysenberry with a touch of dark chocolate. This polished and age-worthy wine simultaneously offers a satiny finish and a slight grip of tannin at the close.
VARIETALS
Cabernet Sauvignon 71%, Merlot 11%, Petit Verdot 9%, Cabernet Franc 8% and Malbec 1%
SKIN CONTACT 17 days
BARREL AGING
18 months in new French oak
Alc. 14% vol.
Awards:
Galloni 97
James Suckling 96
Storage: up to 2030
Volume: 750ml
Allergy information: contains sulfite
Producer:
Opus One vinery
1144 Oakville Cross Road
Oakville, CA 94562 USA
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The 2010 vintage will be long remembered as a uniquely demanding year.
Mother Nature was capricious and challenging in presenting us with tremendous variability –
unseasonably cold days, untimely rain fall, and surprisingly sunny and hot days.
While colder than normal, the leaves were able to produce the needed sugar, while the grape berries developed lovely and complex flavor and
aroma components. Bud break and flowering were eight days later than the 5-year average. Unexpectedly high temperatures in late August and September allowed the vines to finish the growing season very well. Having left the sufficient number of leaves on the vines so as to have a full canopy, our grapes avoided possible sunburn from this late season heat. The success of the 2010 harvest was assured when we correctly assessed the early maturity of the grapes and had the confidence to pick at the first sight of ripeness. Harvest began on September 23 and succinctly concluded thirty-one days later on October 23. Aromas of fresh blackberry, rose petals, chocolate and espresso accentuate a profound tapestry of fruity and earthy nuances. Round velvety tannins enrobe a silky texture with a slight touch of minerality. The flavors of dark fruit are enhanced by the well integrated acidity. The acidity and tannin structure promise a very long life ahead for this wine.
Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon 84%, Merlot 5.5%, Cabernet Franc 5.5%, Petit Verdot 4% and Malbec 1%
Skin contact: 19 days
Barrel Aging: 18 months in new French oak
Alc. 14% vol.
Awards:
Galloni 97
James Suckling 96
Storage: up to 2030
Allergy information: contains sulfite
Producer:
Opus One vinery
1144 Oakville Cross Road
Oakville, CA 94562 USA
394,95 €
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The 2010 vintage will be long remembered as a uniquely demanding year.
Mother Nature was capricious and challenging in presenting us with tremendous variability –
unseasonably cold days, untimely rain fall, and surprisingly sunny and hot days.
While colder than normal, the leaves were able to produce the needed sugar, while the grape berries developed lovely and complex flavor and
aroma components. Bud break and flowering were eight days later than the 5-year average. Unexpectedly high temperatures in late August and September allowed the vines to finish the growing season very well. Having left the sufficient number of leaves on the vines so as to have a full canopy, our grapes avoided possible sunburn from this late season heat. The success of the 2010 harvest was assured when we correctly assessed the early maturity of the grapes and had the confidence to pick at the first sight of ripeness. Harvest began on September 23 and succinctly concluded thirty-one days later on October 23. Aromas of fresh blackberry, rose petals, chocolate and espresso accentuate a profound tapestry of fruity and earthy nuances. Round velvety tannins enrobe a silky texture with a slight touch of minerality. The flavors of dark fruit are enhanced by the well integrated acidity. The acidity and tannin structure promise a very long life ahead for this wine.
Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon 84%, Merlot 5.5%, Cabernet Franc 5.5%, Petit Verdot 4% and Malbec 1%
Skin contact: 19 days
Barrel Aging: 18 months in new French oak
Alc. 14% vol.
Awards:
Galloni 97
James Suckling 96
Storage: up to 2030
Allergy information: contains sulfite
Producer:
Opus One vinery
1144 Oakville Cross Road
Oakville, CA 94562 USA
399,95 €
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