Lot 345
J. L. CHAVE HERMITAGE BLANC 2011 (1) WA 96
J. L. CHAVE HERMITAGE BLANC 2012 (1) WA 96
J. L. CHAVE SELECTION HERMITAGE BLANCHE 2010 (2)
Lot 345 Details
J. L. CHAVE HERMITAGE BLANC 2011 (1)
Rhône.
marked label.
Just bottled, the 2011 Hermitage Blanc also shows the richer side of Hermitage with its full-bodied, voluptuously textured and up-front profile. Honeysuckle, licorice, toast, citrus oil and liquid mineral-like qualities all emerge from this beauty, and it stays beautifully fresh and focused on the palate. A blend of mostly Marsanne, yet with roughly 20% Roussanne, from the l’Ermite, Les Rocoules, Maison Blanche and Peleat lieux-dits, this substantial white should be consumed over the coming 2-4 years, or forgotten for a decade or more. It will have over two decades of longevity. December 2013 Drink: 2015-2035 WA 96
J. L. CHAVE HERMITAGE BLANC 2012 (1)
Rhône.
scuffed label.
Much more open, fleshy and sexy, the 2012 Hermitage Blanc was just bottled a month prior to this tasting. Coming from l’Ermite, Les Rocoules, Maison Blanche and Peleat lieux-dits, it’s always a rough blend of 80% Marsanne and 20% Roussanne that’s aged in barrel. Loaded with notions of honeysuckle, orange marmalade, powered rock, buttered citrus and green almond, it’s full-bodied, rich, upfront and fruit loaded. While I think it will be a relatively accessible early in its life, it has the concentration to hold for two decades. December 2014 WA 96
J. L. CHAVE SELECTION HERMITAGE BLANCHE 2010 (2)
Rhône.
2 x marked labels.