Hermitage Vin de Paille 1999, M Chapoutier 375ml

Name: Hermitage Vin de Paille 1999, M Chapoutier 375ml - Le Roux Vins
Brand: 0.375 L
SKU: VEVDVDP1999
Price: 195.00 CHF
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CHF 195.00

Hermitage Vin de Paille 1999, M Chapoutier 375ml – This is a legendary sweet wine from the Rhône Valley. “Vin de Paille” means “straw wine,” referring to the ancient, painstaking method of drying grapes on straw mats for months to naturally concentrate their sugars and flavors. Chapoutier’s 1999 Hermitage Vin de Paille is a rare, mythical elixir made entirely from Marsanne. Now over 25 years old, it is at the peak of its profound, decadent evolution, offering an unforgettable tasting experience.

What’s it Like?

Viscous and glowing with a deep golden-amber hue in the glass. The nose is a mesmerizing kaleidoscope of dried apricots, honeycomb, toasted hazelnuts, white truffle, and candied orange peel. On the palate, it is incredibly rich, syrupy, and unctuous, yet it is entirely lifted by a brilliant, laser-like acidity that prevents it from ever feeling heavy or cloying. The finish is monumental, lingering on the palate for minutes.

Perfect For

A contemplative sip at the end of a grand meal. It is a magnificent dessert in itself, but it pairs astonishingly well with intense blue cheeses like Roquefort or a classic, rich foie gras.

The Pros Agree…

Critics absolutely revere this vintage. Robert Parker awarded it a perfect 100 points, calling it “mind-boggling” and a true “tour de force.” Reviewers consistently praise its “massive concentration” and “extraordinary balance,” noting that its incredible structure will allow it to age effortlessly for a century or more.

What is it? A legendary, perfectly rated sweet “straw wine” from the Rhône.
From? Hermitage (Rhône Valley), France.
Grapes? 100% Marsanne.
Tastes Like? Honeycomb, dried apricot, candied orange peel, and toasted hazelnut.

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SKU: VEVDVDP1999 Categories: 0.375 L, Loire, M Chapoutier, Marsanne, Sweet Wines, White

Hermitage Vin de Paille 1999, M Chapoutier

M. Chapoutier: The Biodynamic Pioneer of the Rhône

In the historic town of Tain-l’Hermitage, on the banks of the Rhône River, lies one of the most famous wine estates in the world: Maison M. Chapoutier. Although the family has been growing vines here since 1808, the true revolution of the estate began in 1990. That was the year a 26-year-old Michel Chapoutier took the helm. He brought with him a radical, uncompromising vision that would change the region forever.

Michel’s absolute conviction was that great wine is made in the vineyard, not in the cellar. He banished all chemicals and converted the entire estate to biodynamic farming—a daring move at a time when such practices were often dismissed. He wanted the soil to speak for itself. His passion for terroir culminated in the creation of his “Sélections Parcellaires,” legendary single-vineyard wines (like Le Pavillon or L’Ermite) that capture the microscopic differences in soil and microclimate with incredible precision.

Another unique hallmark of Chapoutier is the inclusion of Braille on every label, a practice started in 1996. This is a tribute to Maurice de la Sizeranne, the inventor of the first abbreviated version of Braille, whose family once owned a famous vineyard parcel that Chapoutier now farms. It is a symbol of inclusion and a nod to local history.

The family motto is “Fac et Spera”—”Do and hope.” It is a reminder that the winemaker must do everything possible to care for the vines, but must ultimately surrender to the forces of nature. Today, M. Chapoutier is not just a giant of the Rhône, but a global symbol of respect for the earth and uncompromising quality.