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As usual, I’m able to taste the different components, and while the differences in each sample were striking, the quality wasn’t; each sample showed full-bodied richness, gorgeous concentration, ripe tannin, and impeccable purity. Possessing a sexy, voluptuous style, it’s a hypothetical mix of the 2009 and 2010.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"producer-note-content\"\u003eOne of my favorite visits during my trip through the Northern Rhône is with Jean-Louis Chave and Family. This iconic estate continues to produce reference point wines from Hermitage and more and more St Joseph, where Jean-Louis has spent an incredible amount of time and effort over the past decade or more. Looking at the vintages reviewed here, the 2015s were all tasted from barrel and are spectacular wines. Both Gérard and Jean-Louis compared this vintage to a mix of 2009 and 2010, and when I asked if there were any similarities to 1990, both commented that the tannins in 2015 were more ripe and supple. 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With a sumptuous flavor profile, silky texture and more finesse than was typical in the appellation, it didn’t take long before Michel’s wines caught our attention. Now his son, Stéphane has built his own philosophy on two principles: precision and freshness. Interpreting the terroir is not just about conveying the effect of the sun, but also the minerals. He may seek concentration in the vineyards through de-budding, green harvest, and leaf-pulling, but not in the cellars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInky purple. Seductive cherry-cola and black raspberry aromas, with good minerality and acidity. Caramelized fruit and bacon fat are also pronounced-the style favors finesse over power.\u003cstrong\u003e 1.5L Magnum bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEven better, and again, a superb value that competes with wines two to three time its price, the 2011 Syrah l’Ame Soeur IGP is comprised of 100% Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e that comes from schist soils, north of Ampuis, that are very similar to what’s found in the northern part of Cote Rotie (although the schist in this more northern region is a lighter gold color). This region will most likely receive its own appellation in the near future. Elegant and finesse-driven, with hints of crushed flowers, olive, underbrush and copious red and black fruits, this medium to full-bodied beauty has fine tannin, a seamless texture and ample length on the finish. It can be consumed now, or cellared for upwards of a decade. One of the next generation of winemakers to come up through the ranks by working with his father, the young, yet talented, Stephane Ogier (who is one of the youngest vignerons in the appellation) has been fully in control at this brilliant estate since around 2003. Covering roughly 7 acres in Cote Rotie, there are new plantings just now coming on line, both in Cote Rotie and in the surrounding regions as well. In addition, they are in the process of building a completely new cellar located on the western edge of Ampuis. There’s lots going on here, and if you’re a young wine lover today, count yourself lucky that there are young vignerons of this caliber out there. 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From the top to the bottom of the range, you can’t go wrong.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from granitic soils (hence the name) in the birthplace of the Saint-Joseph appellation, this is hedonistic old vine Syrah with meditative notes. \u003cstrong\u003eThe wine is literally a rock star now, but will age from 30-50+ years. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes: Deep garnet red, black fruit jam, smoked and mineral overtones, peppered aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tasting-note-content\"\u003eThe two flagship releases from St Joseph include the Le Clos and Les Granits. Almost as good as the Le Clos, the 2014 St Joseph Les Granits offers a complex bouquet of ripe red and black fruits, new saddle leather, beef blood and toasted spice in a medium to full-bodied, nicely concentrated style. It has more obvious structure than the Le Clos and needs 3-4 years of bottle age, which isn’t the norm in the vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"producer-note-content\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot enough can be said about the quality that consistently comes from this estate. From the top to the bottom of the range, you can’t go wrong\u003c\/strong\u003e. And while the prices at the top are frightfully expensive (they’re out of my zip code), \u003cstrong\u003ethere are incredible values from St Péray, St Joseph, Cornas and Crozes Hermitage that should be snatched up by readers\u003c\/strong\u003e. Looking at the 2014s reviewed here, these shine for their elegance and purity, and are certainly some of the most concentrated wines in the vintage. Readers shouldn’t forget that while 2014 was a complicated vintage for the reds, the whites are gorgeous. As to the 2015s, these massive and concentrated wines are going to demand patience, but at the top end, I suspect will be as good as wine gets. ~94WA JD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles or more of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"M. 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Founded in 1835 in the heart of the northern Côtes du Rhône, the winery has thrived with the dynamism of its original founders and their heirs and more recently, the renewed energy of the Lallier-Deutz family, owners of Champagne Deutz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelas Frères and Champagne Deutz were acquired by Maison Louis Roederer in 1993. André Lallier retired from daily winery duties in 1996, and Fabrice Rosset, a 20-year executive with Roederer, today leads both Delas and Deutz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tasting-note-content\"\u003eThe St Joseph appellation is a slightly mixed bag in 2014, but these releases from Delas offer plenty to love. \u003cstrong\u003eA straight up gorgeous wine\u003c\/strong\u003e that’s up with the crème de la crème of the vintage, the 2014 Saint Joseph Sainte Epine sports an inky color as well as terrific notes of cassis, graphite, crushed rocks and smoked meats. Rich, medium-bodied, nicely concentrated and focused, \u003cstrong\u003eit's more Hermitage than St Joseph. 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Finally, the major magazine critics have taken note. \u003cstrong\u003eConsumers would be wise to note that Cote Rotie from Rosiers peers in Ampuis rarely sell for less than $100\/btl. That makes this wine look like a real bargain!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blend is 98% Syrah with 2% Viognier. 50% new oak with a maximum of 5 years old for 18 months. This is a dry, full-bodied, red wine. The nose reveals the tantalizing aromas blackberry compote, straw sweet oak and granite. This wine has a silky texture with great balance and length. Enjoy with beef, lamb and smoked meats. Also pairs well with hard cheeses like aged cheddar and pecorino.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraig Baker Selection. Learn more about how BHW works with Craig to import fantastic wines, particularly from Burgundy and the Rhone, at exceptional prices by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/blogs\/bhw-films\/how-wines-are-selected-for-importation-into-the-us-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ewatching this video\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*This wine is inbound and available to ship week of October 7\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark char, iron and black pepper lend an earthen tone to sultry black cherry and plum in this wine. It's richly concentrated and studded with piquant notes of vanilla, anise and nutmeg, but vibrantly balanced too. \u003cstrong\u003eA bit flamboyant in its youth it's structured enough to gain balance and finesse through 2035\u003c\/strong\u003e. ~95pts, WE, Cellar Selection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 or more bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine des Rosiers Coeur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30117257150567,"sku":"DRCRCR16","price":59.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/rosier.jpg?v=1605961924"},{"product_id":"2010-vidal-fleury-cote-rotie-chatillonne-cote-blonde","title":"2010 Vidal Fleury Cote Rotie Chatillonne Cote Blonde","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSame Winemaking as Guigal's best\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhone Royalty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBHW has the lowest price anywhere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 btls or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in 1781, Vidal-Fleury not only is the Rhône’s oldest continuing grower\/négociant firm, but it also secured an international following very quickly. \u003cstrong\u003eThomas Jefferson’s visit in 1787 was its first contact with the United States; he called the wines “ justly celebrated”.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLa Chatillone is a small parcel on the northern edge of the Côte Blonde. Exposure here is to the east creating a cooler microclimate. Terraces here are less rocky than the rest of the vineyard with soils made up of gneiss, silica and rich clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrapes are hand harvested and transported to the winery in small crates. Fermentation occurs with indigenous yeasts in temperature controlled tanks with the maceration period lasting approximately 3 weeks with frequent pumping over. The wine is aged on its lees for a total of 4 years in a combination of new and used oak barrels as well as large oak casks. The finished wine is very lightly filtered (cross flow) and not fined. 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Ahead of his time, Charles Brotte was one of the first to bottle his wine and to engage in marketing a branded wine, rather than selling bulk wine. His son, Jean-Pierre Brotte pioneered development of the export markets, from the 50’s. Laurent Brotte has been owner and CEO since 1998 and has extended the holdings. His son Thibault serves as an ambassador for the winery, and his son Benoît is a winemaker in training. Laurent’s wife, Christine, is in charge of vineyards and oversees wine production. Brotte owns estates in Châteauneuf-du-Pape (Domaine Barville, AOP Châteauneuf-du-Pape), Cairanne (Domaine Grosset, AOP Côtes du Rhône Villages Cairanne) and Laudun (Chateau de Bord, AOP Côtes du Rhône Villages Laudun). If you visit the winery, you will find hospitable staff, outstanding wines and even an educational wine museum and visitor’s center on premise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the last 11 years, Christine Brotte, cellar master and Laurent Brotte’s wife, has been directing activities on the estates and in the cellar. She is assisted by two oenologists and a food products engineer. All long time employees, driven by the same passion for wines. When she’s not taking care of her children, managing vineyards and the winery, she loves to cook traditional southern French cassoulet and ratatouille, both of which pair perfectly with her wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend: 75% Grenache, 15% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgeing: 20% New French Oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen large concerns like Brotte prove themselves capable of making wines as good as the 2015 Chateauneuf du Pape Secret Barville, it should raise expectations for the rest of the range. \u003cstrong\u003eThe Secret Barville is full-bodied, plush and velvety, stuffed with vanilla, Bing cherries and ripe tannin and lingers nicely\u003c\/strong\u003e on the finish. 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Christelle manages 15 acres of vines in Crozes-Hermitage and one-third acre in Hermitage. Her skills come naturally, having watched her grandfather and father care for their vines, \u003cb\u003eplowing the fields by hand and farming as naturally as possible\u003c\/b\u003e. Today Christelle farms her land organically, but is not certified; she prefers the flexibility of allowing the earth to tell her what it needs, and when. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe wine is a selection of fruit born from the domaine’s youngest vines. The area is dry; the family \u003cstrong\u003eplows their land by hand\u003c\/strong\u003e, to train the vines’ roots to dig deep in the rocky soils for nutrients and moisture. \u003cstrong\u003eHand-harvested\u003c\/strong\u003e. Fermented in tanks on indigenous yeasts; gentle \u003cstrong\u003ecrushing by foot or pigeage\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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The cuvee sees approximately 15% whole cluster Grenache included into the wine. \"Boiseraire\" is racked one to two times before returning to the fermentation phase followed by small daily pump overs along with a long maceration period of 26 to 40 days. The wine is aged (60% in concrete vats, 30% in barrels and 10% in Demi Muids) for 9 to 10 months.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e60% Grenache, 35% Syrah, 5% Mourvèdre. Strong red colour with purple highlights. Light aromas of thyme and rosemary mixed with blackcurrant and crushed raspberry, with notes of violet. 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Finally the wine is aged in tanks for 21 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe wine is literally a rock star now, but will age from 30-50+ years. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e100% Grenache. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn the glass, the wine blasts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eintense red. The nose is dominated by black fruits and blackberry jam. On the palate, the wine is unctuous and smooth with warm tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Croix de Bois comes from a site on the eastern side of the appellation and, like its bigger brother, is 100% destemmed Grenache that saw 21 months in concrete tanks. Blueberries, crème de cassis, crushed rocks, licorice, and pepper notes all emerge from this deep, powerful, surprisingly structured example of this cuvée.\u003cstrong\u003e It has tons of fat and richness, but give bottles a few years.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~97JD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNot yet bottled, the 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape Croix de Bois looks to be \u003cstrong\u003ethe star of Chapoutier's Southern Rhône collection.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cracked pepper, licorice and black raspberry notes sing loudly in this full-bodied, supple, creamy-textured beauty. There's a hint of warmth on the lingering, mouthwatering finish, which may limit its ageability, but this is so sexy and lush now, who could resist?  ~95\/97RP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles or more of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"M. 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Since its inception in 1830, with tough passion and commitment, \u003cspan\u003ethe family \u003c\/span\u003ehas dedicated its existence to producing Sicilian wines of unrivaled excellence. \u003cstrong\u003eIn 2012, the estate was awarded the prestigious Gambero Rosso Winery of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in 2008, Sallier de La Tour was brought forth as \u003cstrong\u003e\"a territory to discover.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e Not many Italian families, steeped in tradition as the Tasca's, steer away from their Italian roots. The vines, rooted in the heart of the relatively new DOC, Monreale (est. 2000), are \u003cstrong\u003edevoted to producing first-rate Sicilian Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e. A variety, native to the Northern Rhone region in France, finds a new home where it awaits to be unearthed by the next critic who's lucky enough \u003cstrong\u003eto grace their palate with this mind-blowing wine\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAging: \u003c\/span\u003e14 months in French oak barrique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% Syrah. Hues of deep black fill the glass. Balsamic reduction and green peppercorns surge out of the glass followed by fresh blueberry, plum, tobacco leaf, and coco beans. The wine is dry, complex and the palate is driven by ripe dark fruits. A polished Italian take on N. Rhone darling, Syrah \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSicily and Syrah make for one of my favorite vinous couples. 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The concentration that only old-vines can bring, empowers La Cantarelle, constructing a\u003cstrong\u003e dense wine with plenty of structure\u003c\/strong\u003e submerged behind black-fruit flavors. Once the wine has opened up it becomes evident that the 2015 Domaine la Garrigue \u003cstrong\u003eLa Cantarelle is refined, powerful, and irresistible\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine la Garrigue was founded in 1850 by the same family that runs the property today, Famille Bernard. Siblings Maxime, Pierre and Martine Bernard, of the 5th generation are at the helm of the estate, covering 200 acres. They farm vines of Grenache, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Syrah, Grenache Blanc and Clairette with vines averaging 50 years old and some well over a century. The talented Virginie Combe, a member of the 6th generation, leads the charge for winemaking with guidance from Philippe Cambie. Together \u003cstrong\u003ethe family produces first-class wines from the S. 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This medium to full-bodied blend of 85% Grenache and 15% Syrah is \u003cstrong\u003esupple on the mid-palate, then spicy and firm on the finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, gradually growing into an intense yet elegant wine. Drink it now and over the next 5-8 years. ~92 RP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(aged in concrete vats for 18 months) Lurid ruby. Intensely perfumed raspberry and cherry liqueur, potpourri and Asian spice scents are complemented by a smoky mineral nuance. Juicy, penetrating and appealingly sweet, showing energetic red and blue fruit and floral pastille flavors and chewy texture. 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Today, \u003cstrong\u003eJean-Luc Colombo’s wines express the typicity of their terroir with elegance and character\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAging: The wine is aged for 22 months in oak barrels (15% in new oak).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting notes: 100% Syrah. \u003cspan\u003eA deep ruby color. On the nose,\u003cstrong\u003e intense and complex notes\u003c\/strong\u003e of dark berries, black cherry, baking spice, and violets. \u003cstrong\u003eRich and concentrated on the palate with plums, berries,\u003c\/strong\u003e and distinct minerality. 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Decomposed granite soils and stressed growing conditions greatly contribute to the quintessential quality and character of Cornas wines, \u003cstrong\u003ethe best Syrah the world.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInnovation, passion, and dedication are what drives Jean-Luc and Anne Colombo, whose contributions to Rhône Valley winemaking is unparalleled. A devotee of the Syrah grape and armed with a pharmacy degree, Jean-Luc and his wife, Anne, opened their wine laboratory in 1984, “Centre Oenologique des Côtes du Rhône” and quickly developed a thriving reputation as a wine consultant throughout France. For their significant life-long contributions to their country, both Jean-Luc and Anne have \u003cstrong\u003ebeen awarded the French Legion of Honor\u003c\/strong\u003e, France’s highest civilian award. The Colombo’s innovative approach in the northern appellation of Cornas was nothing short of revolutionary. 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The Domaine started bottling wines under their own name in 1976. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe estate manages over 28 parcels on the hillsides of Ampuis, with vineyard holdings next to the famous La Landonne vineyard and Chateau Grillet. \u003cstrong\u003eThey produce wine in typical Cote-Rotie fashion\u003c\/strong\u003e with a dominance of Syrah featuring a touch of Viognier for added complexity. 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This is full-bodied and firmly tannic until hints of red berries peek through on the long finish. ~93 Robert Parker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tasting-note-content\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDeep ruby. Intense, spice-accented dark berry and cherry scents are complemented by notes of olive, dried flowers, and vanilla. Smoky, nicely concentrated blackberry and cherry-vanilla flavors gain vibrancy and lift from cracked pepper and mineral qualities. 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The wine erupts with stewed strawberries, fresh plum, boysenberry, leather, dried herbs, and a hint of blood orange. The palate is rich and flavorful, well-integrated tannins coupled with a savory finish that keeps you coming back for more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 2014 Courier is slightly more Burgundian than the 2013 yet offers similar notes of crushed flowers, bouquet Garni, game, leather, and assorted red and black fruits. It is silky and seamless on the palate, with beautiful tannins. 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It’s a wine that does behave more like a Bordeaux\u003c\/strong\u003e than many Chateauneuf du Papes, requiring a good decade of cellaring, and it may be one of the few wines that takes that long to shed some tannin. 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As one might expect, it is modern in style yet fabulously concentrated displaying notes of soy, creme de cassis, white chocolate, new saddle leather, graphite and spice box. Extremely full-bodied, dense and heady, this massive Chateauneuf will need 8-10 years of cellaring (my 1998 Cuvee des Generations is just beginning to show some maturity). \u003cstrong\u003eThis stunning 2010 should last 30-35 years, and if you are laying down any wine for your children, this might be a consideration\u003c\/strong\u003e. One of the largest estates in Chateauneuf du Pape, Chateau de la Gardine (which has a history dating back to the late 1600s) owns over 120 acres in Chateauneuf du Pape, where they enjoy a long track record of exceptional success. Remarkably, the Brunel family that owns this estate has been vineyard owners since 1670, acquiring La Gardine in 1945. Little has changed in the thirty years I have been covering Chateauneuf du Pape other than the fact that they have introduced a totally unsulphured cuvee, Peur Bleu, and their blockbuster l’Immortelle. The intention is to use small oak casks and make a more modern-styled wine with aging potential of three decades or more. Despite the use of their own bottle form (that varies considerably from the type of bottle used by most Chateauneuf du Pape producers), they age the l’Immortelle in a truncated oak vat and the unsulphured cuvee in 600-liter demi-muids. The 2010s are of high quality across the board. 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It should benefit from short-term cellaring and \u003cstrong\u003ehave 12-15 years or more of longevity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"producer-note-content\"\u003eCovering a massive 120 acres, mostly in the western portion of the appellation, Chateau de \u003cstrong\u003eLa Gardine makes age-worthy, concentrated and relatively modern styled Châteauneuf du Papes that still retain fantastic Provençal typicity\u003c\/strong\u003e. They normally release four Chateauneufs; a traditional blend based largely on Grenache; a \u003cstrong\u003eCuvee des Generations Gaston Philippe which comes from 100-year-old vines\u003c\/strong\u003e and see more new barrels in its elevage; a Cuvee Peur Bleue, which was first made in 2004 and see no SO2; and the smallest production effort, the Cuvee l’Immortelle, which is a cellar selection of a third each of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre. 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Chave's family talents passed down from generation to generation allows them to produced unmatched wines in even the most difficult vintages. As \u003cstrong\u003ethe largest landowner on the hill of Hermitage\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Chave family's consistency and commitment to crafting the world's finest Syrah has been unmatched over five centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMany hours of thought, insight, and conversation go into the final component blend for Hermitage. While percentages vary from year to year, the constant \u003cstrong\u003ebackbone of Hermitage Rouge is Syrah from Bessards Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e with its steep, granitic slopes. 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The elegance of this wine is unmatched with firm acidity, fine tannins, and a finish that goes on for minutes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJean-Louis Chave had done some pre-blending of the 2017 Hermitage at the time of my visit,\u003c\/strong\u003e meaning several parcels had already been combined with others, so there were fewer components to taste. A sample that included some L'Ermite, Les Beaumes, and Péléat was fragrant, loaded with peppery spice, and came across as slightly open-knit (93 - 95). A second component, mostly Le Méal, was richer and riper-tasting, with lush fruit and hints of roasted meat (97 - 99). Finally, a sample Jean-Louis described as \"more the core of the blend\" (mainly Les Bessards) was simultaneously firm and generous, with notes of crushed stone, cassis, and licorice (98-100). ~96-99 Robert Parker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot yet bottled, the 2017 Hermitage shows a much sunnier, more exuberant aromatic profile with loads of cassis, kirsch liqueur, toasted spices, cured meats, and dried earth. These give way to a full-bodied Hermitage that has a stacked mid-palate, loads of sweet fruit, and building tannins, all while holding onto the class, elegance, and purity that’s the hallmark of this incredible estate. \u003cstrong\u003eThis is another wine where I question if it will ever shut down\u003c\/strong\u003e, but certainly, the safe money is on giving bottle a good decade in a cool cellar. ~96-99 Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAromas of graphite, tar, dark chocolate, and black cherries abound, as well as ripe dark plums. This is a very convincing and complex edition of this wine. The palate is so concentrated and has a super deep, plush, and fleshy stream of fresh plums and blackberries, as well as a swathe of fine tannins. \u003cstrong\u003eProfoundly rich and velvety with a strong backbone. This will age for more than two decades after release.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~97-98 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA fairly straightforward vintage for Jean-Louis. 'Everything was nice', he says about the growing season, which was very warm during the summer but with enough rain at the right times. A barrel tasting of the main constituents shows a powerful, lush but stately Beaumes; a fine, red-fruited and finessed Péléat; an extraordinary Ermite of serious acidity and svelte tannins; an opulent, solar Méal; and a straight, peppery Bessards. \u003cstrong\u003eThe overall impression is a lush, rich, almost jovial style of Hermitage\u003c\/strong\u003e, one with a good inner spine but generous, velvety, rich black fruit. 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The Chave family has never released a single vineyard or cru Hermitage instead cultivates \u003cstrong\u003ethe perfect blend of vineyards crafting the most prodigious Syrah wine in the world\u003c\/strong\u003e, year after year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e“The Chave line ... could make a fair claim to be France’s winemaking royal family: in no other of France’s great \u003cem\u003eterroirs\u003c\/em\u003e is the largest individual landholder so deeply rooted in time and place, so supremely competent, and so modest a custodian of the insights and craftsmanship of the past.” ~\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Andrew Jefford, \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe New France\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Chave’s methods for all their winemaking are traditional farming, super low yields (focused on quality), full ripeness, and minimal manipulation. \u003cstrong\u003eTheir unmatched meticulousness continues through five centuries\u003c\/strong\u003e to render venerable expressions of the purest of Rhône terroir! Chave's family talents passed down from generation to generation allows them to produced unmatched wines in even the most difficult vintages. As \u003cstrong\u003ethe largest landowner on the hill of Hermitage\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Chave family's consistency and commitment to crafting the world's finest Syrah has been unmatched over five centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMany hours of thought, insight, and conversation go into the final component blend for Hermitage. While percentages vary from year to year, the constant \u003cstrong\u003ebackbone of Hermitage Rouge is Syrah from Bessards Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e with its steep, granitic slopes. These \u003cstrong\u003evines average 50 years in age with the best vines reaching 80+ years in age\u003c\/strong\u003e. Generally, 100% destemmed, as the Hermitage is meant to be about the expression of the individual vineyards and soils; Jean-Louis believes that stems have a tendency to level out the differences. Fermentation in wood tonneaux and stainless steel tanks. Aged in barriques for 30 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: 100% Syrah. Immensely complex on the nose, red fruits, dark chocolate, cassis, toasted spices, cured meat, fresh cracked pepper, and turned earth light up the senses. The palate is concentrated, deeply complex, and full of plush red fruits. The elegance of this wine is unmatched with firm acidity, fine tannins, and a finish that goes on for minutes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJean-Louis has never been the biggest fan of the 2012 vintage (I like it more than he does), yet his 2012 Hermitage is nevertheless a brilliant wine. Deep, concentrated, full-bodied, and powerful, it has a charming, supple style backed up with plenty of underlying minerality, acidity, and structure. Classic notes of crème de cassis, graphite, burning embers, and violets all define the bouquet, and while it’s beautiful today given its purity and balance,\u003cstrong\u003e it will keep for another 25 years or more\u003c\/strong\u003e. ~96 Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of the more charming and forward efforts from Chave\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 2012 Hermitage sports a mostly opaque purple color to go with classic creme de cassis and blackberry fruits intermixed with notions of lead pencil shavings, violets, and powdered rocks. Deep, full-bodied, and sumptuously textured, with good freshness, this pure, elegant Hermitage shows more and more definition and cut with time in the glass, but never loses it's more fruit-forward, charming profile. 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The Chave family has never released a single vineyard or cru Hermitage instead cultivates \u003cstrong\u003ethe perfect blend of vineyards crafting the most prodigious Syrah wine in the world\u003c\/strong\u003e, year after year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e“The Chave line ... could make a fair claim to be France’s winemaking royal family: in no other of France’s great \u003cem\u003eterroirs\u003c\/em\u003e is the largest individual landholder so deeply rooted in time and place, so supremely competent, and so modest a custodian of the insights and craftsmanship of the past.” ~Andrew Jefford, \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe New France\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Chave’s methods for all their winemaking are traditional farming, super low yields (focused on quality), full ripeness, and minimal manipulation. \u003cstrong\u003eTheir unmatched meticulousness continues through five centuries\u003c\/strong\u003e to render venerable expressions of the purest of Rhône terroir! Chave's family talents passed down from generation to generation allows them to produced unmatched wines in even the most difficult vintages. As \u003cstrong\u003ethe largest landowner on the hill of Hermitage\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Chave family's consistency and commitment to crafting the world's finest Syrah has been unmatched over five centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMany hours of thought, insight, and conversation go into the final component blend for Hermitage. While percentages vary from year to year, the constant \u003cstrong\u003ebackbone of Hermitage Rouge is Syrah from Bessards Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e with its steep, granitic slopes. These \u003cstrong\u003evines average 50 years in age with the best vines reaching 80+ years in age\u003c\/strong\u003e. Generally, 100% destemmed, as the Hermitage is meant to be about the expression of the individual vineyards and soils; Jean-Louis believes that stems have a tendency to level out the differences. Fermentation in wood tonneaux and stainless steel tanks. Aged in barriques for 30 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: 100% Syrah. Immensely complex on the nose, red fruits, dark chocolate, cassis, toasted spices, cured meat, fresh cracked pepper, and turned earth light up the senses. The palate is concentrated, deeply complex, and full of plush red fruits. The elegance of this wine is unmatched with firm acidity, fine tannins, and a finish that goes on for minutes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eI love the 2011 Hermitage. (This vintage, in general, produced incredibly sexy, flamboyant wines that have drunk well since release.) Its deep ruby\/purple color is followed by tons of sweet crème de cassis, peppery spice, sun-dried flowers, and the classic minerality that’s the defining feature of the Bessards lieu-dit that dominates this cuvée. \u003cstrong\u003eIt’s a brilliant wine on all accounts and can be enjoyed at any time over the coming three decades\u003c\/strong\u003e. ~96+ Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTasted from bottle, the 2011 Hermitage sports a ruby\/purple color to go with an awesome bouquet of sweet cassis, dried flowers, spice-box, ground pepper, and crushed stone. \u003cstrong\u003eOne of the more serious, focused, and structured 2011s, it has fabulous concentration, sweet tannin, and a seamless texture\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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Chave's family talents passed down from generation to generation allows them to produced unmatched wines in even the most difficult vintages. As \u003cstrong\u003ethe largest landowner on the hill of Hermitage\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Chave family's consistency and commitment to crafting the world's finest Syrah has been unmatched over five centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMany hours of thought, insight, and conversation go into the final component blend for Hermitage. While percentages vary from year to year, the constant \u003cstrong\u003ebackbone of Hermitage Rouge is Syrah from Bessards Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e with its steep, granitic slopes. These \u003cstrong\u003evines average 50 years in age with the best vines reaching 80+ years in age\u003c\/strong\u003e. Generally, 100% destemmed, as the Hermitage is meant to be about the expression of the individual vineyards and soils; Jean-Louis believes that stems have a tendency to level out the differences. Fermentation in wood tonneaux and stainless steel tanks. Aged in barriques for 30 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: 100% Syrah. Immensely complex on the nose, red fruits, dark chocolate, cassis, toasted spices, cured meat, fresh cracked pepper, and turned earth light up the senses. The palate is concentrated, deeply complex, and full of plush red fruits. The elegance of this wine is unmatched with firm acidity, fine tannins, and a finish that goes on for minutes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eStill in barrel at the time of this tasting, the 2013 Hermitage will certainly be one of the wines of the vintage. Offering classic, granite-induced notes of smoked dark fruits, graphite, searing minerality, and bouquet garni, this sensational Hermitage has medium to full-bodied richness, beautiful mid-palate density, and building tannin, all with the freshness and purity of the vintage. Reminiscent of a more backwards, tight, focused, and granite-driven year (I asked Jean-Louis if there was a similar vintage he could recall, he commented that he couldn't think of one), it has solid ripeness in its aromas and flavors, good sweetness in its tannin, and a great finish. I suspect it will need 7-8 years of cellaring and keep for 20-25 years or more. ~94-97 Robert Parker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSolidly built, with a serious bolt of smoldering charcoal through the core of dark cherry, plum, and blackberry preserves. Lots of bay, sage, and leather fill in the background, though the dark fruit easily keeps the upper hand. Superior drive and a long sanguine echo define the finish. 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Jean-Louis joined his father in 1992 and currently \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003erepresents\u003cstrong\u003e 16 generations of unbroken lineage\u003c\/strong\u003e committed to the production of some of the\u003cstrong\u003e finest Syrah, Marsanne, and Roussanne on the planet! \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Key to these\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003elong-lived wines of great purity, elegance, power, and finesse, is the family's winemaking pedigree and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eremarkable blending skills. The Chave family has never released a single vineyard or cru Hermitage instead cultivates \u003cstrong\u003ethe perfect blend of vineyards crafting the most prodigious Syrah wine in the world\u003c\/strong\u003e, year after year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“The Chave line ... could make a fair claim to be France’s winemaking royal family: in no other of France’s great \u003cem\u003eterroirs\u003c\/em\u003e is the largest individual landholder so deeply rooted in time and place, so supremely competent, and so modest \u003cstrong\u003ea custodian of the insights and craftsmanship of the past\u003c\/strong\u003e.” ~ Andrew Jefford, \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe New France\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Chave’s methods for all their winemaking are traditional farming, super low yields (focused on quality), full ripeness, and minimal manipulation. \u003cstrong\u003eTheir unmatched meticulousness continues through five centuries\u003c\/strong\u003e to render venerable expressions of the purest of Rhône terroir! Chave's family talents passed down from generation to generation allows them to produced unmatched wines in even the most difficult vintages. As \u003cstrong\u003ethe largest landowner on the hill of Hermitage\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Chave family's consistency and commitment to crafting the world's finest Syrah has been unmatched over five centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFermentation 100% in oak barrel. Aged in barriques for 24 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e85% Marsanne and 15% Roussanne. The 2017 vintage is redolent with white flowers and honeysuckle. Increased acidity for the vintage results in a taut structure and incredible length. Notes of orange blossom and lemon curd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the end, I'm unable to definitely say that the 2017 Hermitage Blanc is better than the stupendous 2016. Of course, I sampled it just three days after it was bottled, so I've appended the + to my rating, as there's a possibility the wine may have been affected by that process. It's gently toasty but dominated at this stage by forward melon and pineapple fruit. Full-bodied and incredibly rich yet balanced, it unfolds in waves of flavor and texture, lingering for what seems like minutes on the finish. Hit it soon to enjoy its youthful opulence, or put it aside for 10-12 years. \u003c\/span\u003e~98+ Robert Parker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCut from the same cloth, the 2017 Hermitage Blanc is stunning stuff, and \u003cstrong\u003eChave lovers should unquestionably have bottles of this in the cellar.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled in August of this year, its medium gold hue is followed by a mammoth bouquet of quince, flower oil, buttered almonds, and brioche. Every bit as good on the palate, it’s full-bodied, has a stacked mid-palate, flawless balance, and incredible minerality as well as length on the finish. \u003cstrong\u003eIt’s insanely good today\u003c\/strong\u003e, and while this cuvée can shut down, I wonder if this ever will. My money is on this drinking fabulously well for 25+ years. Life is too short not to drink as much Chave Hermitage Blanc as possible! ~98 Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTasted as a set of components. Attractive expressive fruits in the peach and dried-pear zone. Lemon citrus with savory aromas of spiced biscuits and river stones too. Powerful stone-fruit flavors, building to ripe dark peaches. The texture runs from chalky to pithy and right through to a more compressed stony finish. Super long, complete and focused. \u003cstrong\u003eWhite Hermitage is all about texture and this is a lesson in exactly that.\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel sample. ~95-96 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJean-Louis' 2017 white Hermitage is a rich, almost buttered style with considerable fat and an opulent texture, but remains fresh. A tasting of four component parts - Péléat, Rocoules clay, Rocoules limestone, and L'Ermite - shows an unusually rich and lush style. The Ermite component does however have a straight, lean, rising floral style to counterbalance the riper, rounder Péléat. Luxurious and cozy rather than focused and dynamic. ~97 Decanter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 or More Bottles of this Wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine JL Chave","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32932438376551,"sku":"CHAVEB17","price":254.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/2017DomaineJLChaveHermitageBlanc_6f4c0299-8e03-4425-b4f4-c47dbd56d26c.jpg?v=1605912004"},{"product_id":"2014-domaine-jl-chave-hermitage-rouge","title":"2014 Domaine JL Chave Hermitage Rouge","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Producing Wine Since 1481\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 Generations of Unbroken Lineage \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple 100 Point Wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e#1 Syrah Producer in the World\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 or More Bottles\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout The Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chave family has been growing wine in the Northern Rhone since 1481. 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The Chave family has never released a single vineyard or cru Hermitage instead cultivates \u003cstrong\u003ethe perfect blend of vineyards crafting the most prodigious Syrah wine in the world\u003c\/strong\u003e, year after year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e“The Chave line ... could make a fair claim to be France’s winemaking royal family: in no other of France’s great \u003cem\u003eterroirs\u003c\/em\u003e is the largest individual landholder so deeply rooted in time and place, so supremely competent, and so modest a custodian of the insights and craftsmanship of the past.” ~Andrew Jefford, \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe New France\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Chave’s methods for all their winemaking are traditional farming, super low yields (focused on quality), full ripeness, and minimal manipulation. \u003cstrong\u003eTheir unmatched meticulousness continues through five centuries\u003c\/strong\u003e to render venerable expressions of the purest of Rhône terroir! Chave's family talents passed down from generation to generation allows them to produced unmatched wines in even the most difficult vintages. As \u003cstrong\u003ethe largest landowner on the hill of Hermitage\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Chave family's consistency and commitment to crafting the world's finest Syrah has been unmatched over five centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMany hours of thought, insight, and conversation go into the final component blend for Hermitage. While percentages vary from year to year, the constant \u003cstrong\u003ebackbone of Hermitage Rouge is Syrah from Bessards Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e with its steep, granitic slopes. These \u003cstrong\u003evines average 50 years in age with the best vines reaching 80+ years in age\u003c\/strong\u003e. Generally, 100% destemmed, as the Hermitage is meant to be about the expression of the individual vineyards and soils; Jean-Louis believes that stems have a tendency to level out the differences. Fermentation in wood tonneaux and stainless steel tanks. Aged in barriques for 30 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: 100% Syrah. Immensely complex on the nose, red fruits, dark chocolate, cassis, toasted spices, cured meat, fresh cracked pepper, and turned earth light up the senses. The palate is concentrated, deeply complex, and full of plush red fruits. The elegance of this wine is unmatched with firm acidity, fine tannins, and a finish that goes on for minutes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLooking at the 2014 reds, the 2014 Hermitage is resting as a final blend and is scheduled to be bottled early next year. It has a serious floral character as well as the classic minerality imparted from the Bessards lieu-dit (which makes up the bulk of the cuvée), gorgeous depth of fruit, medium to full-bodied richness and fine, polished tannin. Like most 2014s, it will be approachable at an early age, but this beauty has class and will evolve gracefully. ~94-96 Robert Parker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis starts strong, with warm ganache, steeped fig and crushed blackberry flavors, then gains steam, picking up smoldering charcoal, bay leaf, and juniper accents as the wine drives and expands through the finish. Offers a long echo of graphite, with the fruit keeping pace. Very impressive for the vintage. 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The Chave family has never released a single vineyard or cru Hermitage instead cultivates \u003cstrong\u003ethe perfect blend of vineyards crafting the most prodigious Syrah wine in the world\u003c\/strong\u003e, year after year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e“The Chave line ... could make a fair claim to be France’s winemaking royal family: in no other of France’s great \u003cem\u003eterroirs\u003c\/em\u003e is the largest individual landholder so deeply rooted in time and place, so supremely competent, and so modest a custodian of the insights and craftsmanship of the past.” ~\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Andrew Jefford, \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe New France\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Chave’s methods for all their winemaking are traditional farming, super low yields (focused on quality), full ripeness, and minimal manipulation. \u003cstrong\u003eTheir unmatched meticulousness continues through five centuries\u003c\/strong\u003e to render venerable expressions of the purest of Rhône terroir! Chave's family talents passed down from generation to generation allows them to produced unmatched wines in even the most difficult vintages. As \u003cstrong\u003ethe largest landowner on the hill of Hermitage\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Chave family's consistency and commitment to crafting the world's finest Syrah has been unmatched over five centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFermentation 100% in oak barrel. Aged in barriques for 24 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e85% Marsanne and 15% Roussanne. The 2017 vintage is redolent with white flowers and honeysuckle. Increased acidity for the vintage results in a taut structure and incredible length. Notes of orange blossom and lemon curd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatching the otherworldly 2009, the 2015 Hermitage Blanc is a perfect wine and certainly one of the greatest whites ever made from this hallowed estate. The normal blend of 80% Marsanne and 20% Roussanne from the l’Ermite, Péleat, and les Rocoules lieux-dits, it exhibits a huge, opulent bouquet of buttered citrus, flower oil, orange marmalade, quince, and honeysuckle that’s to die for. This majestic, full-bodied Hermitage Blanc has a huge mid-palate, thrilling purity of fruit, and a finish that won’t quit. It’s capable of lasting for 4-5 decades, but still has the sexiness of the vintage front and center and will be enjoyable early in its life. ~100 Jeb Dunnuck\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eChave continues to make a full-throttle, concentrated, and unctuous Hermitage Blanc, and refuses to buy into the ridiculous trend toward making Sauvignon Blanc-like whites from this tiny, magical terroir. God bless him for that and there are few whites I’d rather drink than a mature Hermitage Blanc from this genius winemaker. Starting with the latest vintage and tasted from multiple barrels, the 2015 Hermitage Blanc will be a sensational wine. This rich, unctuous beauty has terrific purity and depth, with the classic concentration, extract, and fat that’s the hallmark of the estate’s Hermitage Blanc. White currants, buttered citrus, toasted bread, and hints of flower oil are just some of the nuances here and this beauty will deliver the goods. ~95-97 Robert Parker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRipe and mouth-filling, with a warm butter hint weaving around creamed pear, yellow apple, and Cavaillon melon flavors. Toasted brioche and macadamia nut notes let the finish sail through, showing a very alluring feel. Hefty, but pulls it off due to a fine, buried bitter almond thread. A stunning wine. 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The Chave family has never released a single vineyard or cru Hermitage instead cultivates \u003cstrong\u003ethe perfect blend of vineyards crafting the most prodigious Syrah wine in the world\u003c\/strong\u003e, year after year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e“The Chave line ... could make a fair claim to be France’s winemaking royal family: in no other of France’s great \u003cem\u003eterroirs\u003c\/em\u003e is the largest individual landholder so deeply rooted in time and place, so supremely competent, and so modest a custodian of the insights and craftsmanship of the past.” ~\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Andrew Jefford, \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe New France\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Chave’s methods for all their winemaking are traditional farming, super low yields (focused on quality), full ripeness, and minimal manipulation. \u003cstrong\u003eTheir unmatched meticulousness continues through five centuries\u003c\/strong\u003e to render venerable expressions of the purest of Rhône terroir! Chave's family talents passed down from generation to generation allows them to produced unmatched wines in even the most difficult vintages. As \u003cstrong\u003ethe largest landowner on the hill of Hermitage\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Chave family's consistency and commitment to crafting the world's finest Syrah has been unmatched over five centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe grapes come from 3 distinctive parts of the Hermitage hill\u003c\/strong\u003e. The majority of the blend comes from Diognières, which is at the base of the hill on alluvial soil with many small pebbles. It lends a note of spice to the wine. The next parcel is Péleat. It sits above Diognières and is composed of more sand and limestone in the clay. It gives finesse to the wine. And finally, Greffieux sits at the base of Le Méal on the hill. Its soil consists of rolled river stones brought by the glaciers. It brings structure to the finished wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAging: 18-24 months in French barriques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: 100% Syrah. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eImmensely complex on the nose, red fruits, dark chocolate, cassis, toasted spices, cured meat, fresh cracked pepper, and turned earth light up the senses. The palate is concentrated, deeply complex, and full of plush red fruits. The elegance of this wine is unmatched with firm acidity, fine tannins, and a finish that goes on for minutes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaturated ruby. Mineral- and spice-accented aromas of fresh dark berries, licorice, and candied violet show excellent delineation, clarity and lift. At once rich and energetic in the mouth, offering juicy black raspberry, cherry, and spice cake flavors that steadily deepen on the back half. Turns sweeter on the persistent, penetrating finish, which features well-knit tannins and lingering floral and exotic spice notes. 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Rhone, Jaw-Dropping Value!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eBHW Has the Lowest Price Anywhere!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 or More Bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA collaboration by the Rhone Valleys' most established names, \u003cstrong\u003eLes Vins de Vienne is a partnership of Yves Cuilleron, Francois Villard, and Pierre Gaillard\u003c\/strong\u003e. Three superstars, Syrah-specialist vignerons in the Rhône. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginning at Rhone's northernmost point in 1996, this trio purchased and rejuvenated the old terroir of the vineyard of Seyssuel, located on the left bank, north of Cote-Rotie. 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As the vigneron and proprietor at Cave Yves Cuilleron, Yves remains \u003cstrong\u003ecommitted to the entire process from vine-planting to bottling, controlling every aspect of his wines.\u003c\/strong\u003e Practicing \"viticulture reasonable\", he aims to \"produce the best possible grapes\"\u003cstrong\u003e to make \"100% homemade wines\"\u003c\/strong\u003e both at his own estate and at Les Vins de Vienne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wines of Les Vins de Vienne are \u003cstrong\u003eadored by the Michelin acclaimed chef Patrick Henriroux\u003c\/strong\u003e and have been on the wine list of his restaurant, La Pyramide, one of Vienne’s legendary restaurants, since 2000. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAging: \u003c\/span\u003e12 months, 20% in concrete vats and 80% in large barrels \u0026amp; French oak casks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA superb, deep black cherry color. On the nose, complex and elegant with notes of spices, violets, and black fruit and vanilla. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you love smoked meat and bacon, you’ll love this wine!\u003c\/strong\u003e On the palate, powerful, structured notes of black fruit, herbs, white pepper, and blueberry. Delicious with game such as duck, hare, or pigeon, but also perfect with a roasted entrecote steak.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wine-review\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark ruby. Smoke- and spice-accented aromas of fresh dark berries, licorice, and pungent flowers are sharpened by a peppery nuance. Silky and open-knit, offering juicy blackberry and bitter cherry flavors and a touch of dark chocolate. 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It was Gaillard's readings of historic writers that led him to Seyssuel, \u003cstrong\u003ehome to famed wines during the Roman era, the Middle Ages, and the 19th century\u003c\/strong\u003e. The wines of Le Vins de Vienne are typical of Northern Rhone terroir that are guaranteed to over-deliver. You won't find Village level Northern Rhone, at a better price!  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Cuilleron first visited Seyssuel, he looked up at the rising slopes and noted their exposure to the sun. 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As I think the list of wines demonstrate, this is a huge lineup, yet \u003cstrong\u003ethe theme across the entire range is incredible quality\u003c\/strong\u003e. Looking at the top Côte Rôties, the current releases in bottle are the 2012s and these are rich, supple, sexy, even flamboyant wines that will be relatively approachable in their youth, yet have broad drink windows. The 2013s are much more backward and restrained, and built for the long haul, but the long élevage favored at this estate is certainly helping to soften the tannin and give the wines a suppler texture. As to the 2014s, I was shocked at the depth and density this team was able to get in these wines, but this is another vintage that will be approachable in its youth. Lastly, and from vintage described by Marcel as the best of his lifetime (how’s that for perspective?), the 2015s are inky and primordial, with mind-boggling depth and density. These will be reviewed two to three more times before release, but start saving today! Lastly, it’s also worth pointing out that the estate has started utilizing a new cork technique that guarantees no TCA. This doesn’t come cheap and is close to two Euros per cork, but it’s just another example of the attention to detail and the level of effort that this estate puts forth to ensure the quality in the bottle. Hats off to them. ~97 Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis has a brooding feel, with layers of warm tobacco leaf, roasted alder and juniper, and sweet tapenade leading the way, backed by a dense core of macerated plum, black currant and raspberry fruit. The long, smoldering finish shows terrific latent grip. Best from 2018 through 2030. \u003cstrong\u003e415 cases made, 60 cases imported.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~96 Wine Spectator\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"search-result-date\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e Super peppery, very, very concentrated and immaculately fragrant Côte-Rôtie here. There's plenty of oak in the mix, too. It shows entrancing brown-spice aromas across red plums and darker black fruits. The palate's layered, smooth and supple, pitching concentrated flavors against precise, dense and very powerful tannin. Finishes on a smooth edge as its softens slightly, leaving a trail of spiced-custard and dark-plum flavors. \u003cstrong\u003eExceptional wine.\u003c\/strong\u003e Drink 2020-2030. ~95 James Suckling\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLurid ruby. 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