2013 Domaine Jean Louis Chave, Saint-Joseph 1x750ml

Vinous 93

Deep ruby. Vibrant, sharply focused aromas of fresh dark berries, potpourri and licorice along with a smoky mineral overtone. Juicy and vibrant on the palate, offering concentrated boysenberry and bitter cherry flavors that become sweeter and spicier with air. Fine-grained tannins give shape to the impressively long, mineral-driven finish, which leaves behind sexy floral pastille and spicecake notes. [Josh Raynolds, 01/03/2016]

Anticipated maturity: 2021-2028