2022 Domaine Jean Louis Chave, Hermitage, Rouge 1x750ml

Vinous 98

Now in bottle, the 2022 L’Hermitage confirms my enthusiastic initial assessment when I first tasted various single-vineyard barrel samples back in 2023. It soars from the glass with pronounced dried violets, white pepper, orange rind, spice box and delicately woven glimmers of cassis. On the palate, the 2022 first expands with full-bodied, aristocratic breadth before turning inward into a narrowly focused elixir. Despite the warm growing season, the vigor and freshness captured in this red L’Hermitage from Jean-Louis Chave are breathtaking. Though built for at least two more decades, the 2022 is irresistible today, provided it receives a proper decant. [Nicolas Greinacher, 01/01/2026]

Anticipated maturity: 2028-2047

The Wine Spectator 97

Savory elegance and purity scream through amidst this red’s expressive ripeness and power. Enticing notes of fig paste, violet and plum are woven with singed bacon, brown bread, anise and salt. Warm spices and graphite smoke move through the weighty, iron-cast finish, held with well-sculpted tannins; flashes of fresh and dried herbs bring savory energy. Shows great approachability now but will go the distance for decades. Best from 2026 through 2045. [Kristen Bieler, 10/15/2025]

Anticipated maturity: 2026-2045