The eponymous vineyard grows on very poor granitic and shallow soilssurrounding the chapel of ¿Ermite¿ at the top of the hill of Hermitage.The vineyard¿s elevated position, over 200 metres, allows long ripening atthe end of the growing season, and its loess soils provide excellent drainagefor rainwater. The age of the vines averages over 80 years. This wine is themost individual...

"More redcurrants, loamy earth, forest floor, and peppery notes define the 2021 Châteauneuf Du Pape La Millière Vieilles Vignes, a medium-bodied, nicely balanced, silky wine that has fine tannins and a forward, charming, undeniably delicious style. It's going to keep for 7-8 years as well." 90, Jeb Dunnuck

This easy-drinking Grenache-based white is filled with notes of citrus fruits and flowers.

"The 2019 Châteauneuf Du Pape Le Couchant, which includes a good chunk of Mourvèdre, offers more structure and depth, with perfumed red and black fruits, tobacco, earth, game, and peppery nuances. I love its overall balance, it has silky tannins, medium to full-bodied richness, and just loads to love. Drink it over the coming 15 years or more." 94+, Jeb...