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Beyond the Rules: Super Tuscan Pioneers among the World's Great Wines

Tue, Mar 24, 2026 10:00AM EDT - Tue, Mar 31, 2026 08:00PM EDT
  2026-03-24 10:00:00 2026-03-31 20:00:00 America/New_York Iron Gate Iron Gate : Beyond the Rules: Super Tuscan Pioneers among the World's Great Wines https://bid.irongateauctions.com/auctions/iron-gate-wine/beyond-the-rules-super-tuscan-pioneers-among-the-worlds-great-wines-21728
Explore a global collection in our March auction, where the world’s most prestigious wine regions provide the backdrop for a premier showcase of Tuscan treasures. While the catalogue journeys through the most celebrated wine estates, the sun-drenched slopes of Italy take center stage with a dedicated focus on the legendary Super Tuscans including a plethora of the greats: Tignanello, Sassicaia, Solaia and Ornellaia to name a few. **Please note: This sale has a Buyer's premium of 19.5%.** Operated under license by Alberta Gaming Liquor and Cannabis and Alberta Auction license #821930.
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  • 1990
  • Red
  • Syrah
  • Hermitage
  • Rhone Valley North
  • Rhone
  • France
  • 750ml
  • 100 points
Lot 301

1990 M Chapoutier Ermitage Pavillon Hermitage - 1 bottle(s)-750ml

Estimate: CAD$480 - CAD$700
Starting Bid
CAD$360
$262.77

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This lot is comprised of 1 bottle(s) of 1990 M Chapoutier Ermitage Pavillon Hermitage - 750ml. Estimate for this lot is between $480 - $700 with a reserve of $360. The wine in this lot belongs to collection 11754.

Condition

Please note the following conditions in this lot - Scuffed Label.

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These wines are from the collection of a dearly departed patriarch. He was a great lover of classic wines and the selection for sale most certainly reflects that. The bottles were purchased upon release and have been privately stored in the same location since joining the collection, temperature controlled.
1990 M Chapoutier Ermitage Pavillon Hermitage from this lot has the following scores - The Wine Advocate 100 points. This is the tasting note for 1990 M Chapoutier Ermitage Pavillon Hermitage from Robert Parker - with a score of 100 points. The 1990 Le Pavilion is as compelling as the 1989. It exhibits slightly less opulence, but more power and weight. Black colored, with an extraordinary perfume of licorice, sweet blackcurrants, smoke, and minerals, it coats the palate with layer upon layer of decadently rich, superconcentrated, nearly viscous Syrah flavors. There is amazing glycerin, a chewy, unctuous texture, and phenomenal length. The tannins, which are considerable when analyzed, are virtually obscured by the massive quantities of fruit. I hope I live to see the day when Chapoutier's 1990 Ermitage Le Pavilion, Chave's 1990 Hermitage, and Jaboulet's 1990 Hermitage La Chapelle are fully mature! What a trio of wines these three producers have produced from this historic appellation! My best guess for the aging potential of the Ermitage Le Pavilion is that it is more forward than both the Chave and Jaboulet Hermitages, but should you have the good fortune to find a bottle or two, do not open it for at least 7-10 years. It should last for 30-40 years.