Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Rouge (2023)

Hermitage, Rhône Valley, France

Varietal(s): 100% Syrah 

A tasting of constituent barrels suggests this will be a particularly approachable and supple vintage of Chave's Hermitage – it is a vintage without great tannic mass or strong acidity, but has deliciously ripe Méal fruit. Very elegant, if fairly low in tannin compared to a typical year, this will drink well young, starting at around 2036 really, but will be approachable, if less rewarding, earlier than that.

97pts. Decanter