Jean Louis Chave   Hermitage

2002 Hermitage

By Jean-Louis Chave

2002 Hermitage from Jean-Louis Chave, Rhône

A beacon of Rhône's craftsmanship, the 2002 Hermitage from Jean-Louis Chave epitomizes this esteemed region's viticultural prowess. The 2002 vintage endows this wine with a captivating narrative stamped within its robust Syrah splendour. Jean-Louis Chave, meticulous and gifted, has produced a wine irreproachable in every manner, extracting the extraordinary inherent potential of the 2002 Hermitage.

 

Time-Honoured Tradition meets Exceptional Vintage

The House of Jean-Louis Chave, a stalwart of the region since 1481, exhibits its seasoned command over the tempestuous climates and heterogeneous soils of the Rhône. This unique vintage of 2002 emerged after a year marked by challenging weather conditions including severe spring frosts and summer heatwaves. However, Jean-Louis Chave navigated these climatic hurdles with grace and precision, producing a wine defined by resilience and balanced sophistication.

The 2002 Hermitage exudes complex aromas of blackberry, smoky herbs and underlying minerality - a testament to the terroir. Its robust structure is precisely tempered by a surprising vivacity that rivets the palate, infusing the weighty Syrah with an errant spirit that is simply tantalizing.

 

The Esteemed Hermitage: Prized Possession for Discerning Investors

Investors with a discerning eye towards wine assets will find the '02 Hermitage intriguing for its rarity as much as its refined character. Not every vintage could carry the imprint of weather vicissitudes and still emerge triumphant. But Jean-Louis Chave used his timeless wisdom to sculpt an undeniable winner from a challenging year, creating an investment-grade wine ripe with intrigue and potential appreciation.

This vintage tells a tale of overcoming adversity, channeling the very spirit of Hermitage that resilient collectors and aficionados around the globe will certainly admire. The 2002 Hermitage from Jean-Louis Chave - a wine enriched by its history, elevated by its craft, and poised to become an esteemed addition to any curated collection. It is indeed a mindful testimony of Rhône's majestic landscape and an escort to future rewarding indulgence.

Market price (GBP)

£3,730.00

12x75cl

Highest score

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POP score

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