2002 Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Blanc (1.5L) (Library Release)
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94WS
90RP
90ST
$575.00
Special Order: Estimated to be available for delivery or pickup by 11/10/2026.
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94
Wine Spectator
Reviewed October 2005Lovely notes of lemon curd, crème fraîche, bitter almond and dried peach and pineapple run through a long, creamy finish. As beautiful as the flavors are, the texture and drive through the finish are even better. Really gorgeous feel. (JM)
Professional Reviews
90
Wine Advocate
The 2002 Hermitage blanc exhibits abundant amounts of acacia flowers, honeyed citrus, and a hint of orange marmalade in a ripe, elegant, medium-bodied style. Because of its low acidity, it is best consumed during its first 5-7 years of life. What Chave accomplished in the extremely challenging 2002 vintage is unquestionably noteworthy. Not because of tiny yields and small grapes, but due to Chave’s decision to eliminate every grape except the very best, 2002 is a small crop. (RP)
90
Int'l Wine Cellar
Subdued but pure aromas of ginger, white flowers and menthol. Very tightly wound and citric; almost hard-edged for a young Chave white wine. All edges now and difficult to taste, especially following the 2003. Quite strict and uncompromisingly dry (actually under one gram of residual sugar), but very long and subtle. Chave says this is much richer than it's showing today. (ST) 90+
Details
| Type | White Wine |
|---|---|
| Origin | Hermitage/Crozes-Hermitage, Rhone, France |
| Bottle Size | 1.5 L (Magnum) |
| SKU | 1979527 |
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