2022, Domaine Jean-Louis Chave, SAINT-JOSEPH, Rouge

The 2022 Saint-Joseph is medium-bodied and savory, with delicate notes of red plum, crushed violets, liquorice, graphite and a hint of dried meat. Layers of black olive and white pepper add depth and complexity. Smooth tannins provide gentle structure, leading to a persistent and elegant finish. 93 Nicolas Greinacher, Vinous (2024).

A tasting of the four main parts (Les Challaix, Le Clos, La Dardouille and Bachasson) suggests that this will be a vintage that combines power – black fruits and thick tannins from La Dardouille – and more lifted, fleshy, fragrant, low acid elements from Les Challaix, plus Bachasson's rose and raspberry. A little richer and more velvety than a typical year. 94 Matt Walls, Decanter (2023).

Drinking Window: 2026 - 2037