2019 Domaine Jean Louis Chave, Hermitage, Rouge 1x750ml

Robert Parker 99

As usual, the 2019 Hermitage remained largely as separate components at the time of my visit. Some pre-blending had occurred, so I tasted a combination of Beaumes and Peleat, as well as components from L’Ermite, Meal and Bessards. Uniformly full-bodied, concentrated and long, with rich, velvety tannins, dark-fruit flavors (cassis, blueberries, boysenberries) and hints of crushed stone and licorice, comparisons with 2003 aren’t unreasonable. [Joe Czerwinski, 16/09/2022]

Anticipated maturity: 2027-2045