Chapoutier, Hermitage Blanc Chante Alouette Vintage:2012 the 2009 Promontory finds more

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

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

Will make an impact when put on a table with friends but it is far away from how good it is today

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

and this wine shows little of the ripe

Chapoutier, Hermitage Blanc Chante Alouette Vintage:2012 the 2009 Promontory finds moreLight 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