Jean-Étienne Chermette - Moulin-à-Vent Rochegrès 2020
93/100
Robert Parker
"The 2020 Moulin-à-Vent Rochegrès blends aromas of sweet berries, cherries, and rose petals with hints of spice in an inviting bouquet, followed by a medium-bodied to full-bodied palate that is rich and concentrated, with a fleshy fruit core framed by powdery tannins. It is reminiscent of a more elegant version of Chermette's first interpretation in 2018." (Wine Advocate 2021)
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Eye
Deep ruby red, intense color with purple highlights
Nose
Fresh, spicy, and mineral with aromas of red fruits (redcurrant, ripe strawberry, and concentrated strawberry) followed by notes of black fruits (blackberry and blackcurrant).
Mouth
Full-bodied and refined. A pure, balanced wine with a round, velvety texture. The finish is long and persistent with good aromatic complexity.
Serve
At 14-16°C
Drink from
2022
Drink before
2030
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with cheeses (Camembert and Saint-Marcelin) and red and white meats...
Bettane & Desseauve
3-star rating (High-quality production, serving as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
Martine and Pierre-Marie Chermette are gradually handing over the reins to their son Jean-Étienne Chermette, who has wasted no time in introducing some significant changes. In particular, the name of the estate: Domaines Chermette instead of Domaine du Vissoux. That said, the essentials remain the same: 31 hectares of red Beaujolais, 5.5 hectares of white Beaujolais, and 16.50 hectares of cru wines in Fleurie, Brouilly, and Moulin-à-Vent. The estate, renowned for the richness and roundness of its wines, seems to have adopted a more rigorous style in recent vintages, perhaps more geared towards aging. Nevertheless, the quality remains high, with special mention for the Garants and Les Trois Roches in 2016.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rating (2021 guide) 93/100 (Outstanding wine)
Rated 2022 (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About wine:
The Moulin-à-Vent Rochegrès 2020 blends aromas of sweet berries, cherries, and rose petals with hints of spice in an inviting bouquet, followed by a medium-bodied to full-bodied palate that is rich and concentrated, with a fleshy fruit core framed by powdery tannins. This is reminiscent of a more elegant version of Chermette's first interpretation in 2018.
About the estate:
Jean-Étienne Chermette continues to craft one of the most reliable portfolios in the region at this benchmark estate in southern Beaujolais. As I have written before, old vines, meticulous yet traditional winemaking, and barrel aging are the cornerstones of the approach here. The young Chermette, who has also launched his own label, discussed in this report, reminded me that the estate obtained Terra Vitis certification in 2018, which is definitely a step in the right direction. 2021 at this address, as elsewhere, marks a return to a lighter, more ethereal and succulent style of Beaujolais than recent hot and dry vintages have tended to offer, but at this address, these virtues do not come at the expense of flavor or substance.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2023 guide) 2 stars (These very large estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the estate:
The estate's slogan, "the art of making wine as close as possible to the grape," perfectly reflects the range of artisan winemaker Pierre-Marie Chermette, now joined by Jean-Étienne, one of his sons. He began his career on his parents' 10 hectares in southern Beaujolais, before acquiring 20 hectares in the Fleurie and Moulin-à-Vent crus, then in Brouilly in 2008. The wines revolve around a core of mature fruit that charms while respecting the identity of the terroirs. A sign of quality, the wines age gracefully even in difficult vintages.
James Suckling
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
3.6/5
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