In the glass
Aroma: white peach, beeswax, almond, dried flowers, ginger
Palate: round stone fruit, creamy texture, mineral lift, almonds, clean long finish
The historic assemblage white Hermitage from Chapoutier. 100% Marsanne unified across multiple parcels, producing a richly textured white that is more accessible than De l'Oree.
What it pairs with
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Pan-seared halibut with beurre blanc
The wine's round stone fruit and creamy texture mirrors the butter sauce. -
Veal blanquette
Cream-based veal stew is elevated by Marsanne's rich textured white fruit. -
Roasted white asparagus
The wine's almond and peach notes are a classic match for white asparagus.
How to serve Chante-Alouette Blanc
Allow 35 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and decant. Open 30 minutes before serving and pour into a decanter to aerate.
- Serve at 10-12°C. Cellar temperature (10-12°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a medium-sized white-wine glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Pan-seared halibut with beurre blanc, Veal blanquette, Roasted white asparagus. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Chante-Alouette is one of the oldest named bottlings in the Northern Rhone, dating to the mid-19th century. The name translates as singing lark. It is the classic assemblage white Hermitage from the Chapoutier house.
- 1870 — Chante-Alouette established as the historic named white Hermitage from Chapoutier
Facts
- Producer
- M. Chapoutier
- Grapes
- Marsanne (100%)
- Classification
- Hermitage AOC
- Oak
- Partial barrel fermentation, minimal new oak
- ABV
- 14.0%
- Price
- EUR 50-80 at retail
- Drinking window
- 5-20 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1870
- Biodynamic
- Demeter Certified
- Organic
- ECOCERT
Frequently asked about Chante-Alouette Blanc
What does Chante-Alouette Blanc taste like?
On the nose, white peach, beeswax, almond, dried flowers, ginger. On the palate, round stone fruit, creamy texture, mineral lift, almonds, clean long finish. Structurally full-bodied, low tannins, medium acidity with a long, peachy mineral finish. The historic assemblage white Hermitage from Chapoutier. 100% Marsanne unified across multiple parcels, producing a richly textured white that is more accessible than De l'Oree.
When should I drink Chante-Alouette Blanc?
Drink 5-20 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Chante-Alouette Blanc?
Pan-seared halibut with beurre blanc is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Veal blanquette and Roasted white asparagus. The wine's round stone fruit and creamy texture mirrors the butter sauce.
What grapes are in Chante-Alouette Blanc?
The blend is Marsanne (100%). The wine is classified as Hermitage AOC.