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A RARE JEROBOAM OF EMITAGE CUVEE CATHELIN FROM CHAVE
Ermitage, Cuvée Cathelin--Vintage 2000
Rhône. JL Chave
Offered in original wooden case. Released in 2009 by the domaine for a charity auction. Perfect label and level. This Jeroboam is numbered 29 of 35 only
Tasting note: Surprisingly, there will be about 200 cases produced of a 2000 Hermitage Cuvee Cathelin. Based on earlier visits, I thought this cuvee would not be produced again as the Chaves were embarrassed by all the attention previous offerings received. However, they will continue to produce it as long as it does not detract from their classic cuvee. The Cuvee Cathelin displays more new oak than the regular bottling as well as firmer tannin, yet also great length, palate presence, and structure. Boasting a chocolatey, blackberry nose, huge intensity, and super elegance and finesse, it will require 5-6 years of cellaring. Qualitatively, it is no better than its sibling, but does possess additional structure and new oak characteristics. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2040.
This family-run estate continues to go from strength to strength, with the father and son (Gerard and Jean-Louis) team pushing all the right buttons to achieve success at all quality levels. Jean-Louis Chave is responsible for several negociant wines. 96 points. Robert Parker, Wine Advocate # 147 (Jun 2003)
1 jeroboam per lot
Ermitage, Cuvée Cathelin--Vintage 2000
Rhône. JL Chave
Offered in original wooden case. Released in 2009 by the domaine for a charity auction. Perfect label and level. This Jeroboam is numbered 29 of 35 only
Tasting note: Surprisingly, there will be about 200 cases produced of a 2000 Hermitage Cuvee Cathelin. Based on earlier visits, I thought this cuvee would not be produced again as the Chaves were embarrassed by all the attention previous offerings received. However, they will continue to produce it as long as it does not detract from their classic cuvee. The Cuvee Cathelin displays more new oak than the regular bottling as well as firmer tannin, yet also great length, palate presence, and structure. Boasting a chocolatey, blackberry nose, huge intensity, and super elegance and finesse, it will require 5-6 years of cellaring. Qualitatively, it is no better than its sibling, but does possess additional structure and new oak characteristics. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2040.
This family-run estate continues to go from strength to strength, with the father and son (Gerard and Jean-Louis) team pushing all the right buttons to achieve success at all quality levels. Jean-Louis Chave is responsible for several negociant wines. 96 points. Robert Parker, Wine Advocate # 147 (Jun 2003)
1 jeroboam per lot