Hermitage Rouge, Chave - 2020

Name: Hermitage Rouge, Chave
Brand: J. L. Chave
SKU: 48745
Price: 859.96 USD
Availability: InStock

Item # 48745 1.5

Jean-Louis Chave is the standard bearer in Hermitage and his wines are highly sought-after by collectors. This is a very promising vintage that is young now yet excellent for its youthful structure. No doubt this will age for many years to come.

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Color

Red

Vintage

2020

Country

France

Region

Rhône

Sub-Region

Hermitage

Producer

J. L. Chave

Grape Variety

Syrah

Limited Production: Only 1 bottle(s) per customer

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