1999 Domaine Jean Louis Chave, Hermitage, Rouge 1x750ml

Vinous 95

The 1999 L’Hermitage is an entirely different proposition with melted red fruit, clove, Italian meats and a touch of garrigues, biding its time before opening fully. The palate is reaching full maturity with firm tannins, red fruit infused with clove and thyme, less dense and muscular than bottles I tasted several years ago. Perhaps I would still afford it just another couple of years in bottle. There was one addition. [Neal Martin, 06/03/2022]

Anticipated maturity: 2022-2050

Robert Parker 94

More in the style of the ’01, the 1999 Hermitage is a serious effort that gives up a mineral-drenched profile of red and blackcurrants, beef blood, iron and dried flowers. More forward on the nose than the palate, with a tight, yet seamless texture that carries ample concentration and length, with bright acidity, it should continue to shine for another decade. [Jeb Dunnuck, 08/01/2014]

Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024