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1990 Chave J L Hermitage (99 RP), 1990

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Stephen Tanzer
Rating: 96(+?) - As reviewed by International Wine Cellar in Issue 85, July/August 1999. Ruby-red. Sauvage yet extremely youthful aromas of dark berries, leather, minerals and spices; some high tones quickly dissipated with aeration. Huge, thick, extravagantly rich Hermitage; harmonious even if it still closed in the middle. Extremely unevolved dark berry flavors and a deep core of spice are complicated by notes of wild game and roasted plum. Extraordinary combination of power and finesse. Finishes with explosive length and big, thoroughly ripe tannins.

Robert Parker
Now that the 1990 Hermitage (except for Chave's new luxury cuvee) has been bottled, Chave, not one to extol the virtues of his wines, claims that it must be considered to be among his greatest. Keep in mind that the Chave family has been making Hermitage since 1481. Gerard Chave claims that the only other vintages to possess such extraordinary concentration and raw material were the 1952 and 1961. The 1990 boasts an opaque dark ruby/purple-color. Since bottling the nose has closed, but super-sweet, over-ripe aromas of cassis in addition to minerals emerge with swirling. In the mouth, the wine is massive, with an animal-like, peppery, powerful Syrah character brilliantly displayed in a multidimensional, multilayered fashion. The tannin level is high and the finish is exquisite. While not as flashy or as flamboyant as Jaboulet's 1990 Hermitage-La Chapelle, this wine will need 10-15 years of cellaring, which suggests to me that readers who can already claim 50 or more years of longevity may want to consider the wisdom of purchasing this wine. It will prove to be a monumental Hermitage, but certainly over the next 15-20 years the 1989 (because of less tannin and its opulent richness) will probably outshine the 1990. Nevertheless, if you are young, have a good cellar, and adore the taste and personality of Syrah, these two vintages are reference points for not only the Syrah grape, but for the wines of Hermitage. I tasted both the 1990 and 1989 (readers may remember I rated the latter wine 96) several times in September, and my best guess on anticipated maturity for the 1989 would be between 1998-2030 and for the 1990, between 2005-2040+.
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156160

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1990 Chave J L Hermitage (99 RP)

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6 bottles, 75cl each

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Red

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France, South Australia, Glenrowan

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1cm

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From HG4, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

1990 Chave J L Hermitage (99 RP), 1990

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Stephen Tanzer
Rating: 96(+?) - As reviewed by International Wine Cellar in Issue 85, July/August 1999. Ruby-red. Sauvage yet extremely youthful aromas of dark berries, leather, minerals and spices; some high tones quickly dissipated with aeration. Huge, thick, extravagantly rich Hermitage; harmonious even if it still closed in the middle. Extremely unevolved dark berry flavors and a deep core of spice are complicated by notes of wild game and roasted plum. Extraordinary combination of power and finesse. Finishes with explosive length and big, thoroughly ripe tannins.

Robert Parker
Now that the 1990 Hermitage (except for Chave's new luxury cuvee) has been bottled, Chave, not one to extol the virtues of his wines, claims that it must be considered to be among his greatest. Keep in mind that the Chave family has been making Hermitage since 1481. Gerard Chave claims that the only other vintages to possess such extraordinary concentration and raw material were the 1952 and 1961. The 1990 boasts an opaque dark ruby/purple-color. Since bottling the nose has closed, but super-sweet, over-ripe aromas of cassis in addition to minerals emerge with swirling. In the mouth, the wine is massive, with an animal-like, peppery, powerful Syrah character brilliantly displayed in a multidimensional, multilayered fashion. The tannin level is high and the finish is exquisite. While not as flashy or as flamboyant as Jaboulet's 1990 Hermitage-La Chapelle, this wine will need 10-15 years of cellaring, which suggests to me that readers who can already claim 50 or more years of longevity may want to consider the wisdom of purchasing this wine. It will prove to be a monumental Hermitage, but certainly over the next 15-20 years the 1989 (because of less tannin and its opulent richness) will probably outshine the 1990. Nevertheless, if you are young, have a good cellar, and adore the taste and personality of Syrah, these two vintages are reference points for not only the Syrah grape, but for the wines of Hermitage. I tasted both the 1990 and 1989 (readers may remember I rated the latter wine 96) several times in September, and my best guess on anticipated maturity for the 1989 would be between 1998-2030 and for the 1990, between 2005-2040+.
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Item ID:

156160

Name:

1990 Chave J L Hermitage (99 RP)

Producer:

Quantity / Size:

6 bottles, 75cl each

Duty Status:

Duty Paid

Wine Type:

Red

Country / Region:

France, South Australia, Glenrowan

Fill Level:

1cm

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£8.5 Plus insurance £4-£60 depending on how much the wine goes for.
From HG4, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

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