Hermitage Cuvee Cathelin 2009 Chave

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Classification Cru Classe
Type Red
Brand Chave
Vintage 2009
Country France
Region Rhone
Grape Syrah/Shiraz
Volume 0,75
Condition Perfect
Label Perfect
Drinkable 2022-2090
Stock 0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (100)

Last year I gave the 2009 Hermitage Cuvee Cathelin a three-digit rating, but it was nice to be able to re-taste it since it is largely impossible to find in the marketplace. Essentially 100% fruit from Les Bessards, this cuvee is only made in vintages where it will not compromise the integrity and quality of their standard Hermitage (although there is nothing standard about it). The Cuvee Cathelin sees more oak than its sibling, enjoys 50-75 years of aging potential, and boasts over-the-top blackberry and cassis fruit notes intertwined with pen ink, spring flower, graphite and subtle vanillin characteristics. It is a brilliant wine that almost defies description given its ethereal complexity allied to massive weight, power and richness. Yet, it never comes across as heavy or overly-extracted. Forget this for another decade and you and your progeny can enjoy it over the following 50-75 years.

BOW (9.50)


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