Hermitage Chave Héritage (French/English edition) By Thierry Weber, Christophe Bohême & Louis Renardat-Fache

Hermitage Chave Héritage is much more than a book; it's an immersion into the fascinating world of the Jean-Louis Chave estate, one of the treasures of the French vineyard, rooted since 1481. Renowned for its sumptuous and dense wines, the Hermitage reflects a unique terroir that is both enigmatic and captivating.

As you turn the pages, delve into an exploration of the labyrinthine geological richness of the coteaux de l’Hermitage and Saint-Joseph, hills where viticultural tradition blends with modern demands. This bilingual French-English book, written by Thierry Weber, Christophe Bohême, and Louis Renardat-Fache, unveils the thoughts and vision of vintner Jean-Louis Chave, voted Vigneron of the year by the Revue du Vin de France in 2021.

The Jean-Louis Chave estate represents a model of endurance and passion in winemaking craftsmanship. This book reveals not only the secrets of producing the great wines of the Rhône but also provides a meditation on gastronomy and the dangers of speculation. It opens a profound reflection on the relentless pursuit of the truth of wine, inseparable from ecology and the fundamental gestures of the winemaker's craft.

Through precise descriptions and captivating narration, discover how the Jean-Louis Chave estate has sculpted the hills of the Côtes-du-Rhône for centuries, fiercely defending the legacy of stones and liquid beauty.

An essential read for all enthusiasts of great wines, historic terroirs, and oenology, this edition will enrich your understanding of the world of Hermitage wines and beyond.

Product Features

• Format: Paperback
• EAN13: 9782954031675
• ISBN: 978-2-9540316-7-5
• Publisher: Éditions Tonnerre de l'Est
• Publication Date: 04/2017
• Collection: Great Estates
• Number of pages: 96
• Dimensions: 21 x 21 x 1 cm
• Weight: 530 g
• Language: Bilingual edition French – English