Tasting Notes
Vinous 97
Glass-staining ruby. Displays penetrating aromas of ripe red and blue fruits, incense, vanilla, potpourri and smoky minerals, which pick up an exotic spice accent as the wine stretches out. Sappy and seamless on the palate, displaying sharp delineation to its sappy, mineral-inflected black raspberry, boysenberry, candied violet and spicecake flavors. Shows suave, graceful character for the vintage and finishes extremely long and appealingly sweet, with discreet tannins framing lingering blue fruit liqueur and floral notes.
Anticipated maturity: 2027-2038
Robert Parker 97
The 2018 Ermitage le Meal is denser than the les Greffieux, boasting layers of blackberry fruit. It’s full-bodied, rich, concentrated and tannic, with a long chewy finish that hints at mocha and espresso.
Anticipated maturity: 2025-2040

