Natalie MacLean's Wine of the Week: Les Vignes Bila-Haut M. Chapoutier 2011

This wine would complement so much hearty meat dishes, especially grilled meats.

Summer’s here, and with that comes barbeques, patio parties, and casual evening soirees with friends and family. Looking for a quality bottle to bring to the party? Look no further! Award-winning wine writer Natalie MacLean shares her top picks with us each week!

Wine of the Week for June 13, 2013

Les Vignes Bila-Haut M. Chapoutier 2011
Midi, France

A spectacular wine, let alone for this price. Get yourself a case or two if you love juicy, full-bodied reds with racy, spicy dark red fruit, cedar notes and long-lasting pleasure. Chapoutier is a true master. This wine would complement so much hearty meat dishes, especially grilled meats.

Drink: 2012-2017

Product No: 168716

Alcohol: 14%

Extra Dry

Price: $14.95

Score: 91/100

 

Natalie MacLean is the Canadian author of Unquenchable: A Tipsy Search for the World’s Best Bargain Wines. Check out more of her wine picks and food pairings at www.nataliemaclean.com.