2021 Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Blanc, Rhone Valley, France
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About the Wine
The 2021 Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Blanc is composed primarily of Marsanne and Roussanne, sourced from Chave’s finest vineyard parcels on Hermitage Hill, including Les Rocoules, Maison Blanche, and Péléat. These plots, with their varied soils of clay, limestone, and decomposed granite, imbue the wine with a profound sense of place. In the glass, the wine opens with a bouquet of white peach, pear, and acacia blossom, complemented by nuances of honey, almond, and flinty minerality. This vintage brings a refreshing acidity and fine balance to the palate, with flavors of ripe apricot, quince, and subtle citrus that evolve into a lingering finish marked by hints of hazelnut and chalky minerality.
The wine undergoes fermentation and aging in a mix of large oak foudres and smaller barrels, a method that enhances its texture and structure while preserving the natural aromas and flavors of the grapes. Chave’s careful use of oak gives the wine a luxurious mouthfeel without overpowering its vibrant fruit and mineral core. The 2021 vintage, shaped by a cooler growing season, offers remarkable clarity and aging potential, promising even greater depth and nuance with time.
About the Producer
The Chave family has crafted exceptional wines in Hermitage since 1481, with an unwavering dedication to expressing the character of each vineyard parcel. Jean-Louis Chave carries forward this centuries-old legacy, adhering to sustainable practices and a minimal intervention philosophy that highlights the nuances of terroir. Known for crafting some of the world’s finest white wines, Chave’s Hermitage Blanc is a benchmark in Rhône whites, capturing the purity, complexity, and elegance that define this unique hillside appellation.