Ferraton Ermitage Le Reverdy Blanc 2016

A powerful Ermitage Blanc from the northern Rhone. Notes of sweet honey and white fruits such as peach and lemon leading into a full-bodied, rich and complex wine. Very long lasting wine.

Critical Acclaim

96Jeb Dunnuck

Also terrific, the tiny production 2016 Ermitage Le Reverdy Blanc is a blend of 80% Marsanne and 20% Roussanne brought up in demi-muids. It gives up more honeyed marmalade, wood smoke, caramelized citrus and crushed rocks aromatics. Rich, unctuous and concentrated on the palate, with gorgeous purity, it has building structure, and a great, great finish. Its up with the crme de la crme of the vintage and should not be missed. Give bottles a year or so and enjoy over the following two decades. The only downside to these latest releases from Ferraton? Theyre made in tiny quantities and theres just not enough to go around. For readers who dont know, this estate is managed by Michel Chapoutier, yet they have their own vineyard sources and winemaking team.

94Wine Spectator

A ripe, languid style, with a creamy display of melon, fig, pear and quince flavors gliding through, backed by brioche and shortbread notes on the long, caressing finish. Flickers of matchstick and hazelnut in the background add intrigue.

92Wine Advocate

The 2016 Ermitage Le Reverdy Blanc is a 50-50 blend of Roussanne and Marsanne sourced from Le Mal and Les Beaumes. Despite ripe scents of honey and grilled pineapple, this medium to full-bodied wine is firm and tight on the palate, with a slightly bitter edge to the finish. Drink 2018-2030.