Ferraton Père et Fils - Hermitage - Les Miaux - Rouge - 2021

Wine:

Produced from the appellation's finest plots, notably Méal and Dionnières, the 2021 red Hermitage Les Miaux express all the nuances of these great terroirs. The nose opens with beautiful aromas of ripe fruit, abundant black fruits, with hints of soot. The palate is already tender and juicy, sustained by tannins rounded by ageing. A voluptuous ensemble that can be enjoyed now or over five to eight years for connoisseurs. Rated 93/100 by the Committee and 94/100 RVF.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, totally destemmed, vinified in concrete vats for approximately 4 weeks. Extraction by pumping over and punching down.
Aged in oak barrels for 12 to 14 months, depending on the vintage (10% in new barrels).

Certified organic wine.

Color:

Dark, brilliant red.

Nose:

Abundant black fruit aromas underlined by hints of soot

Palate:

Tender and juicy with fragrant notes of fruit, this wine with its well-mastered ageing and rounded tannins releases a voluptuous, beautifully mature juice.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Prime rib, duck bourguignon, suckling pig simmered in a casserole.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030, and even longer for enthusiasts.

Known for offering impressive quality for the price, Ferraton is one of the most sought-after names in the northern Rhône Valley. The estate has built a reputation for wines with remarkable depth — expressive from the start, yet built to age with style — making it an essential reference in the region.

On the legendary slopes of Hermitage, Ferraton continues to play a leading role, producing bold, expressive wines that capture the heart of the terroir. And none more so than this single-parcel wine — subtle, striking, and unmistakably Hermitage.