M. Chapoutier Ermitage Blanc ‘De L’Orée’ 2018 domaine-olivier-merlin Concrete is preferred to stainless

Concrete is preferred to stainless steel as it allows the wine to breath over the maturation period

The Domaine of La Dominique skillfully blends modernity and tradition with a high tech cellar which produces Merlot dominant reds enhanced with the addition of 16% Cabernet Franc and 3 % Cabernet Sauvignon

It should be enjoyed with rich desserts such as puddings

Tom McCarthy’s Turbul is a careful selection of the estate’s ripest Friulano spontaneously fermented on skins in 800-litre terracotta amphorae

M. Chapoutier Ermitage Blanc ‘De L’Orée’ 2018 domaine-olivier-merlin Concrete is preferred to stainlessVery intense on the nose, with very ripe fruity lemon with floral overtones of acacia and hawthorn. It is well rounded, full bodied and very complex on the palate with overtones of ripe fruits, spices and roasting. Perfect with fish, shellfish, salads and picnics. Also wonderful with mild creamy cheeses and mature strong cheeses.