Les Arènes 2022

M. Chapoutier, founded in 1808 in Tain-l'Hermitage, is one of the Rhône Valley's most prestigious wine houses. Under the leadership of Michel Chapoutier, a pioneer of biodynamic viticulture, the estate is dedicated to expressing the unique identity of every terroir with precision, purity and authenticity.

Les Arènes is an iconic expression of the Cornas appellation, produced exclusively from Syrah. Its name refers to the "granitic sands" (arènes granitiques) formed by the natural decomposition of granite through water and wind. The appellation Cornas derives from the Celtic words meaning "Burnt Land", a reference to its steep, sun-drenched hillsides. This cuvée is crafted from a selection of the appellation's finest vineyards – Les Reynards, Patou, Champelrose, Mazards and Les Côtes – producing a wine that perfectly balances power, freshness and minerality.

Appearance: Deep, intense red with purple highlights.

Nose: Rich aromas of raspberry jam, blackcurrant, blackberry and ripe black fruits, complemented by subtle spicy notes.

Palate: Powerful and generous, revealing blackberry, morello cherry and spice. Dense, finely structured tannins provide outstanding length and remarkable mineral tension.

Food Pairing: Excellent with rib-eye steak, dry-aged beef, rack of lamb, duck confit, game dishes, wild mushrooms and mature cheeses.