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Country ranking ?
159
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Producer ranking ?
1
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Decanting time
2h
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When to drink
now to 2035
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Food Pairing
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Food Pairing
Roast lamb served medium-rare to well-done
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Cuvée Cathelin, named after the artist Bernard Cathelin, a friend of the Chave family who designed the label for this wine which was first released in 1990. When it comes to extremely exclusive wines in extremely limited production, the trip typically goes to Burgundy. But Rhône can also join on the big stage. Domaine Chave's Hermitage Cuvée Cathelin is not only the best and most exclusive wine from the region, but also one of the smallest pro...
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The spring in the Northern Rhône was mild, leading to early flowering. The summer was not as torrid as in 1989, but it was very dry, which in some areas, such as Côte-Rôtie, forced growers to wait well into the autumn before harvesting. However, some rain fell in early September in Hermitage, which speeded the maturation and did not cause much delay in harvesting. Indeed, Chave is always among the last Hermitage growers to pick. Jean-Louise Ch...
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Average Bottle Price
| 2015 |
2014 |
2013 |
2011 |
2010 |
2005 |
2000 |
| 4 454€
+5.8%
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4 211€
+15.4%
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3 650€
+59.0%
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2 295€
+4.8%
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2 190€
+34.1%
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1 633€
+197.4%
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549€
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This data comes from the FINE Auction Index, a composite of average prices for wines sold at commercial auctions in 20 countries. The average prices from each year have been collected since 1990. This chart plots the index value of the average price of the wines.
Latest Pro-tasting notes
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Tasting note
color
Deep and Dark
ending
Long, Extensive and Spicy
nose
Youthful, Complex and Forward
recommend
Yes
taste
High in Acidity, Warming, Balanced, Concentrated, Well-structured, Full-bodied, Vigor, Dry and Sweet tannins
Verdict
Transparent and Outstanding
Written Notes
A spectacular lunch closed out with a 1990 J.L. Chave Ermitage Cuvee Cathelin. I brought it. I mean, a ’71 RC magnum was opened, and I’m a gentleman! I just realize that I may have had this wine in late 2019, but I never released by ‘Best of 2019’ article, so just deal with it lol. As previously indicated, I have been drinking as much Chave as possible; it is generally a good habit. The Cathelin had an amazing nose with an insane blend of menthol, violet and bacon. It was so white smoky and so sexy with enough oil to get a racecar going. The palate was superb; this was another long and sexy wine that left my mouth open and wanting more. Its creamy, honeyed personality and elegant, endless finish had me in the promised land again. Just wow (99).
1990 Hermitage Cuvée Cathelin J.L. Chave
This is a controversial wine in Chave’s wine range since Chave’s philosophy is to make one red Hermitage from the best Syrah grapes from various parcels. However, this wine is a special cuvée on top of their regular Hermitage. This is the first vintage of this rare flagship wine. It is named after their family friend and artist, Bernard Cathelin who has designed the label of this lovely wine. Chave has made just over 100 cases of this rich and exclusive wine.
Decanted four hours. Inky purple coloured with undertones of magenta. The 1990 Chave’s top cuvée showed aromas of blackberries, smoked liquorice, plum, and fresh vanilla, with hints of spices and black truffles. A giving, almost mind-blowing entry is followed by intense flavours and super concentrated body. Finished with lingering, sweet tannin and pronounced spiciness.
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Vintage Quality
Excellent
Value For Money
Very good
Investment potential
Good
Fake factory
None
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