velvety tannins lining the full palate through to the elegant
rushing the palate with ripe orchard fruits elevated by candied citrus
and a delicate touch to let the individual site characteristics shine through
showing layered notes of red cherry
The grapes are direct pressed then fermented and aged for one year in double barrique
Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Blanc, Rhone, France 2023 French Red velvety tannins lining the fullHermitage Blanc 2023 is a profound and age worthy white Rhne that combines richness with striking precision. Built on Marsanne (with a touch of Roussanne), it opens with layered aromas of citrus, green apple, white flowers, and crushed stone, unfolding into subtle honeyed and nutty complexity. The palate is powerful and texturedalmost oily in depthyet lifted by vibrant acidity and a strong mineral spine, finishing long, saline, and incredibly refined.