2021 Ferraton Père & Fils Ermitage Le Meal
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Clearly the standout of the 2021s from Ferraton and one of the few medium to full-bodied wines in the vintage, the 2021 Ermitage Le Méal (100% Syrah raised in 35% new oak) reveals a healthy purple hue as well as a ripe, beautifully balanced style with notes of both red and black fruits, some spicy, floral nuances, plenty of mid-palate depth, and a great finish. The 2021 vintage doesn't get any more textured and opulent, and this beauty will evolve nicely for 15 years if well stored.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Nicolas Greinacher, Vinous
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The 2021 Ermitage Le Méal is fairly reductive at this early stage. A few minutes of aeration unlock restrained blackcurrant, black cherry, cured meat, cedar and earthy shadings. Checking in at 13.5% alcohol, its distinctive tannic structure seems a bit too powerful for the delicate fruit. Time might be the cure here, but I’m going to put my money on the 2022.