Jean-Louis Chave L'Hermitage Rouge, Rhône Valley, France 2020
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DECANT Napa - 2999 Solano, Napa, CA
2999 Solano Avenue
Ste A
Napa CA 94558
United States
The 2020 Hermitage Rouge from Jean-Louis Chave is a remarkable expression of the Hermitage appellation, known for its depth, complexity, and age-worthiness. This wine is sourced from several prestigious vineyard plots on the Hermitage Hill, including Le Méal, Les Bessards, and Péléat, each contributing to the wines layered character.
- Winemaker: Jean-Louis Chave, one of the most esteemed producers in the Rhône Valley
- Farming: Organic and traditional methods
- Variety: 100% Syrah
- Terroir: A blend from various plots on Hermitage Hill, featuring limestone and granite soils, each adding depth and minerality
- Vinification: Aged in oak barrels, with meticulous attention to blending the diverse plots to create a balanced wine
- Aging: 18-24 months in oak barrels
- Tasting Note: Full-bodied with notes of dark fruit, blackcurrant, blackberry, and savory spices. It also displays hints of minerality, violet, and smoke. The tannins are firm yet refined, with a long, elegant finish. This wine will benefit from aging and is best enjoyed from 2025 onwards but can age for decades.
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Scores:
- Wine Advocate: 98 points
- Vinous: 96-98 points
The 2020 Hermitage Rouge from Jean-Louis Chave is a remarkable expression of the Hermitage appellation, known for its depth, complexity, and age-worthiness. This wine is sourced from several prestigious vineyard plots on the Hermitage Hill, including Le Méal, Les Bessards, and Péléat, each contributing to the wines layered character.
- Winemaker: Jean-Louis Chave, one of the most esteemed producers in the Rhône Valley
- Farming: Organic and traditional methods
- Variety: 100% Syrah
- Terroir: A blend from various plots on Hermitage Hill, featuring limestone and granite soils, each adding depth and minerality
- Vinification: Aged in oak barrels, with meticulous attention to blending the diverse plots to create a balanced wine
- Aging: 18-24 months in oak barrels
- Tasting Note: Full-bodied with notes of dark fruit, blackcurrant, blackberry, and savory spices. It also displays hints of minerality, violet, and smoke. The tannins are firm yet refined, with a long, elegant finish. This wine will benefit from aging and is best enjoyed from 2025 onwards but can age for decades.
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Scores:
- Wine Advocate: 98 points
- Vinous: 96-98 points
The 2020 Hermitage Rouge from Jean-Louis Chave is a remarkable expression of the Hermitage appellation, known for its depth, complexity, and age-worthiness. This wine is sourced from several prestigious vineyard plots on the Hermitage Hill, including Le Méal, Les Bessards, and Péléat, each contributing to the wines layered character.
- Winemaker: Jean-Louis Chave, one of the most esteemed producers in the Rhône Valley
- Farming: Organic and traditional methods
- Variety: 100% Syrah
- Terroir: A blend from various plots on Hermitage Hill, featuring limestone and granite soils, each adding depth and minerality
- Vinification: Aged in oak barrels, with meticulous attention to blending the diverse plots to create a balanced wine
- Aging: 18-24 months in oak barrels
- Tasting Note: Full-bodied with notes of dark fruit, blackcurrant, blackberry, and savory spices. It also displays hints of minerality, violet, and smoke. The tannins are firm yet refined, with a long, elegant finish. This wine will benefit from aging and is best enjoyed from 2025 onwards but can age for decades.
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Scores:
- Wine Advocate: 98 points
- Vinous: 96-98 points
The 2020 Hermitage Rouge from Jean-Louis Chave is a remarkable expression of the Hermitage appellation, known for its depth, complexity, and age-worthiness. This wine is sourced from several prestigious vineyard plots on the Hermitage Hill, including Le Méal, Les Bessards, and Péléat, each contributing to the wines layered character.
- Winemaker: Jean-Louis Chave, one of the most esteemed producers in the Rhône Valley
- Farming: Organic and traditional methods
- Variety: 100% Syrah
- Terroir: A blend from various plots on Hermitage Hill, featuring limestone and granite soils, each adding depth and minerality
- Vinification: Aged in oak barrels, with meticulous attention to blending the diverse plots to create a balanced wine
- Aging: 18-24 months in oak barrels
- Tasting Note: Full-bodied with notes of dark fruit, blackcurrant, blackberry, and savory spices. It also displays hints of minerality, violet, and smoke. The tannins are firm yet refined, with a long, elegant finish. This wine will benefit from aging and is best enjoyed from 2025 onwards but can age for decades.
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Scores:
- Wine Advocate: 98 points
- Vinous: 96-98 points