Chapoutier, Hermitage Blanc Chante Alouette Vintage:2012 There is a phenolic hint

There is a phenolic hint (think nut or olive oil) to the smoky mix of petrol

the 2009 Promontory finds more freshness and aromatic lift with time in the glass

but it is otherwise firm and compact at its core with a solid delivery of quality fruit

This is lovely and the supporting tannins are quite fine-grained

This is an exceptionally serious wine that should age for years yet isn’t overtly hard

Chapoutier, Hermitage Blanc Chante Alouette Vintage:2012 There is a phenolic hintLight bright gold. Intense, mineral accented white peach, pear liqueur, iodine and honey qualities on the nose; a suave floral topnote gains strength with aeration. Chewy, concentrated and focused on the palate, offering smoke accented pear skin, peach pit and marzipan flavors that show excellent clarity and depth. The honey nuance comes back on the impressively persistent finish, which features hints of toasty lees and sweet butter. Josh Raynolds