Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Rouge (2007) plaisance-penavayre and crushed slate aromas over

and crushed slate aromas over a base of white peach

5% Field Blend

This red gem

the wine features supple tannins and a long

with an early spring followed by a hot summer that led to well-developed fruit by the time harvest took place in mid-October

Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Rouge (2007) plaisance-penavayre and crushed slate aromas overHermitage, Rhne Valley, France Varietal(s): 100% Syrah The spectacular 2007 Hermitage boasts a dense purple color along with notes of creme de cassis, loamy soil, crushed rocks and acacia flowers, a rare opulence and a full bodied style. Reminiscent of the 1991 Hermitage (a great vintage for Chave as well as most top producers in Hermitage), it should drink well for 20 25 years. 95pts. Robert Parker's Wine Adovcate