Maison Benoit Chapelle

Benoit Courault

Gilbourg Anjou Chenin Blanc

I thought this was younger—had the wrong vintage listed in CellarTracker. Still tasty but would have been better a couple years ago. Slightly past its prime. From magnum. — 6 days ago

Domaine François Buffet

Carelles sous la Chapelle Volnay 1er Cru Pinot Noir

Wide open. Super juicy red fruit and mint. Buffet makes as good of volnay as anybody in my view. — a month ago

Domaine Benoit Ente

Bourgogne Aligoté 2018

Beautiful drinking Aligote that was consistent with my prior notes — 2 months ago

David, Jan and 4 others liked this

Paul Jaboulet Aîné

La Petite Chapelle Hermitage Syrah 2012

3 years since previous bottle, very mild integrated tannins, rich deep fruit mellowing into forest floor. Aromatic, some complexity over the evening. Nice. — 5 months ago

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Emmanuel Brochet

Le Mont Benoit Extra Brut Pinot Meunier Blend

Base year 2019. Crisp and toasty champagne. Good depth. Some green apple and pear. Touch of green melon. — 11 days ago

Bob, Andrew and 2 others liked this

Château La Mission Haut-Brion

La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion Pessac-Léognan Red Bordeaux Blend 1995

Brooding and characterful. Tobacco and roses and gorgeous pure fruit. Softening all the time. Savory and delicious. — 26 minutes ago

Garth AncierMatt Lichtenberg
with Garth and Matt

Domaine De La Grand'Cour (Jean-Louis Dutraive)

Chapelle des Bois Fleurie Gamay 2018

So I guess this is a Gamay from the Rhône? Didn’t know such a thing existed but this is the best “Rhône” I’ve had in a long time - mostly bc it’s a Beaujolais through and through - classic muddy/cloudy consistency, intense fruit on the nose. Only issue is that it’s still very sparkly on the palate, so definitely needs a few more years. Or a very long decant. Tons of potential — 4 months ago

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Paul Jaboulet Aîné

La Chapelle Hermitage Syrah 1989

This was still incredibly youthful. Would never have guessed ‘89. — 5 months ago

Château La Chapelle aux Moines

Saint-Émilion Red Bordeaux Blend 2019

I like this one. Would pair great with Sushi on Fridays. Low concentration. Black Cherry on nose. Smooth and earthy, but light. Short finish. — 11 days ago

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Château la Gordonne

La Chapelle Tête de Cuvée Côtes de Provence Rosé 2023

This Grenache-based wine has a lovely, light pink hue, very Provençal. The nose carries aromas of sweet grapefruit, lemons and ripe strawberries. The palate brings an acidity that is fresh and lively. Red fruit and citrus notes come through nicely. When I think of rosé, this is the sort of wine that is in my thoughts. This is what I want in my glass all summer. — 2 months ago

Tom, Serge and 2 others liked this