Producers / Winery
Jean-louis Chave
Winery · Hermitage · Rhône Valley 2007
As poured: 5 preserved listings across 2 venues, exactly as the lists printed them.
The French Laundry
- September 7, 2026JEAN-LOUIS CHAVE, HERMITAGE2440
- September 6, 2026JEAN-LOUIS CHAVE, HERMITAGE2440
- September 3, 2026JEAN-LOUIS CHAVE, HERMITAGE2022 · 2440
- September 2, 2026JEAN-LOUIS CHAVE, HERMITAGE2022 · 2440
Protégé
- October 31, 2021JEAN-LOUIS CHAVE, HERMITAGE, RHÔNE VALLEY 2007Jean-Louis Chave represents the 16th generation of unbroken winemaking lineage in the Northern Rhône Valley dating back to 1481. Jean Louis joined his father Gérard in 1992 after earning a degree in oenology at UC Davis. The key to perfect balance is in their mastery of blending. The Chave family has never released a single vineyard Hermitage. Produced from 100% Syrah, the wine is assembled from outstanding vineyards throughout the region. However, the backbone comes from 50-80 year-old vines located in the steep, granitic “Les Bessards.” The Chave methods are thoroughly traditional—low yields, whole-cluster fermentation, and minimal new oak. The result is the haunting aroma of lavender and Herbs de Provence, followed by powerful flavors of black and blue berries, pepper bacon, and scorched earth. IDEAL DRINKING WINDOW: 2022-2032 FOOD PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fantastic with grilled or roasted pork, game, beef, or lamb, as well as most smoked meats. It is also very good with hearty Asian-inspired dishes. DECANT: 1-2 hours in advance STEMWARE: Large glasses such as Zalto Denk’Art Bordeaux or Riedel Sommeliers Hermitage Grand Cru IDEAL SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 65°F