Hermitage 2008 Chave

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Chave
Vintage	2008
Country	France
Region	Rhone
Grape	Syrah/Shiraz
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Slightly bin stained
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (90)

The 2008 Hermitage is a down-sized version of Chave’s typical Hermitage, but it is, nevertheless, an elegant, mid-weight, pure effort exhibiting berry fruit intermixed with hints of black currants, herbs, pepper, meat juice and bouquet garni. When asked how they made such a fine wine in such a difficult vintage, the Chaves said that over 33% of the entire harvest was declassified.

Winespectator (94)

Shows a lightly firm plum skin edge, with a briary feel to the pomegranate, black cherry pepper and tobacco notes. A tangy iron edge peeks through on the finish, with the briar note hanging on as well. Nice stuffing for the vintage, though this relies more on acidity than tannins in the end.

BOW (8.25)