Jean-Louis Chave: Hermitage Royalty

We are delighted to share an exceptional offering from one of the Rhône Valley’s most revered names: Domaine Jean‑Louis Chave. For more than five centuries, the Chave family has shaped the identity of Hermitage and Saint‑Joseph (where the family began in the 15th century before expanding into the appellation they are more closely associated with nowadays), stewarding some of the region’s steepest hillside vineyards. Their wines remain benchmarks of craftsmanship – deeply expressive, age‑worthy and unmistakably tied to their place of origin.

This release highlights a handful of exceptional bottlings from recent vintages, including the 2022 Hermitage Rouge, a wine of remarkable depth and structure destined for long aging, as well as the 2023 Saint‑Joseph, bright and spicy, mineral and racy. For collectors, three recent vintages of the Hermitage Blanc (2021, 2022, 2023) showcase the estate’s mastery of Marsanne, offering power, texture, and longevity. More approachable, the Hermitage ‘Farconnet’, from the negoce label JL Chave Selection, is the perfect gateway to the domaine wines, crafted with the same precision.

In addition to these current‑release gems, we are pleased to feature a limited selection of mature vintages from the 1990s. These rare bottles, in impeccable condition, offer a glimpse into the extraordinary potential of Chave’s Hermitage over decades.

These wines represent the heart of the Northern Rhône: granite, sun, and tradition captured with extraordinary precision. Whether you are adding to your cellar or selecting a gift of distinction, this collection offers exceptional opportunities.