Domaine Jean Louis Chave, Hermitage, Blanc, Rhone

An introduction to Domaine Jean Louis Chave, Hermitage, Blanc, Rhone

The Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Blanc is a sublime representation of the white style of this prestigious appellation. This wine is a testament to the Chave family's generations of winemaking expertise and their profound connection to the Hermitage terroir.

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Understanding Domaine Jean Louis Chave, Hermitage, Blanc, Rhone

This exquisite white wine is primarily a blend of Marsanne and Roussanne, sourced from the domaine's exceptional vineyard plots within the Hermitage appellation. These vineyards feature diverse soils ranging from limestone to granite which contribute to the wine's multifaceted profile. Grapes are meticulously handpicked and sorted. Fermentation is carefully managed, with the wine maturing in a combination of French oak barrels and stainless steel tanks. Maturation occurs in a mix of new and used French oak and stainless steel before bottling. This careful approach ensures that the wine's character is developed fully while retaining the grapes' inherent qualities. This Hermitage Blanc features ripe orchard fruit, white florals and a distinctive minerality accompanied by subtle oak in a luxuriant palate balanced by refreshing acidity. Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Blanc offers considerable depth and potential for ageing during which it evolves gracefully.

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