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Hermitage JL Chave(2004)

Cepage:
80% Marsanne and 20% Roussanne.
Style:
The 2004 Hermitage blanc, which hit 15% natural alcohol, is another superb effort, continuing a succession of totally profound white Hermitages from 2003, 2004, and 2005. As many readers know, this small family producer has been making wine in Hermitage since 1481! The 2004 (about 1000 cases) reveals a light gold color, terrific finesse and elegance in spite of its enormous power, unctuosity, and richness. Of course, it is not as honeyed as the otherworldly 2003 (which hit 16% natural alcohol) but it is an amazingly full-bodied, read more...
Wine Advocate
94/100
January 2008
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International Wine Cellar
95-96
July 2007
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Wine Spectator
95/100
July 2007
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