2022 Domaine Jean Louis Chave, Hermitage, Rouge 1x750ml

Vinous 96-98

I tasted various separately vinified lieux-dits that will eventually curate the 2022 L’Hermitage. Both the L’Ermite and Les Bessards, the cuvée’s backbone, show terrific structure, finesse and complexity. I am totally taken by the sheer beauty of the Les Beaumes with its striking inner energy and the mesmerizing floral lift of the Péléat. Cropped at an overall 30 hL/ha, the ripeness of the vintage is skillfully balanced by lifting freshness throughout all components. I can’t wait to taste the final result. [Nicolas Greinacher, 03/28/2024]

Anticipated maturity: 2027-2047