M. Chapoutier Bila Haut Banyuls Rimage 2021 50cl

M Chapoutier Bila Haut Banyuls Rimage

A vibrant fortified dessert wine from the renowned Banyuls appellation in southern France. Produced in the modern Rimage style, it is matured primarily in vat rather than extended oak ageing, preserving its youthful fruit, freshness and expressive character.

Made from grapes grown on the region's dramatic schist slopes, this Banyuls delivers remarkable balance between ripe fruit, natural sweetness and refreshing minerality.

Tasting Profile:

• Appearance: Deep garnet red with exceptional intensity.
• Nose: Complex aromas of overripe Morello cherries, violets, cinnamon and a distinctive hint of iodine.
• Palate: Rich yet fresh, revealing luscious dark fruit balanced by vibrant acidity, soft tannins and subtle spice.
• Finish: Long, mineral and saline with remarkable freshness and elegance.

Occasion & Buyer Profile

Food Pairing Suggestions

Here are a few serving suggestions and pairing ideas to help you get the most from this dessert wine, whether you’re enjoying it with food or simply savouring it on its own.

Dark chocolate tarts, cherry‑based desserts or nut‑accented pastries amplify the wine’s Morello cherry intensity and cinnamon warmth. These desserts echo its fruit‑driven, modern style.

Aged cheeses provide a refined counterpoint to the wine’s floral lift and saline finish. Their savoury depth enhances the Banyuls’ mineral structure.

Rich beef dishes, especially those with caramelised edges or sweet‑savoury glazes, pair seamlessly with the wine’s cherry richness and soft tannins, creating a bold, indulgent match.

• Desserts
• Cheese

Country: France

Region: Roussillon

Grape Variety: Grenache

Brand: M. Chapoutier

Wine Type: Dessert Wine

Wine Style: Medium-Bodied

Wine Sweetness: Very Sweet

Vintage: 2021

Size: 50cl

ABV: 17.5%

Dietary:

Vegetarian

M. Chapoutier Bila Haut Banyuls Rimage supplied by Cotswold Port Co.

Meet The Wine Producer Behind The Bottle

A brief look at the producer’s heritage and winemaking approach.

M. Chapoutier

M. Chapoutier is one of France's most respected wine producers, with a history dating back to 1808 in the Rhone Valley. The family-owned estate came under the leadership of Michel Chapoutier in 1990, whose vision transformed the winery into a global benchmark for biodynamic viticulture while remaining deeply rooted in the traditions of the Rhone.

Driven by a philosophy that great wine is born in the vineyard, Michel Chapoutier has championed organic and biodynamic farming across the estate's vineyards, believing that healthy soils and careful stewardship are essential to expressing the true character of each terroir. This commitment has earned M. Chapoutier international recognition for producing wines of exceptional purity, balance and longevity.

Today, the house owns and manages vineyards across some of the Rhone Valley's most prestigious appellations, while also producing wines from carefully selected regions throughout France and internationally. Family ownership, innovation and respect for nature remain at the heart of everything M. Chapoutier creates.

Why We Love This Dessert Wine

All of our wines are hand picked and tried by us in our tasting room.

Our Review:

Tasting Team Member: Emma, WSET 2

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