Summary

The J.L. Chave Hermitage Blanc 2009 is a distinguished white wine from the Rhône Valley, primarily composed of Marsanne with a touch of Roussanne, showcasing the estate's philosophy of blending various parcels to reflect the unique terroir of the Hermitage hill. With a warm vintage contributing to its rich character, this wine is characterized by opulent flavors of honey, buttered citrus, and stone fruits like peach and nectarine. It exhibits a vibrant acidity and minerality, enhanced by floral notes and a creamy texture. This complex and full-bodied wine is designed for aging, promising to evolve beautifully over the decades to come. The blend consists of mostly Marsanne with some Roussanne.

Tasting Notes

WA99

The bottled 2009 Hermitage Blanc is one of the greatest whites ever made chez Chave, and that’s saying something given Chave's track record. This spectacular wine, normally a blend of 80% Marsanne and 20% Roussanne, exhibits layers of concentration, superb acidity and minerality, laser-like focus, and plenty of quince, white currant, citrus oil, honeysuckle, anise, white peach and apricot marmalade notes. This significant, full-bodied, dry white Hermitage should age for 30-50 years. However, given the vintage's flamboyance, it will be drinkable early in life.

WS98

A stunning display of richness and precision, with almost languid creamed Cavaillon melon, peach and persimmon fruit framed by toasted macadamia nut and brioche hints. This is kept lively by salted butter, chamomile and orange blossom flavors through the very long finish, where a quinine note echoes. Best from 2015 through 2030.

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