COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Syrah
PRODUCER
Yann Chave
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Yann Chave Crozes-Hermitage 2022 is a red wine from the Northern Rhône Valley, crafted from 100% Syrah grapes. Domaine Yann Chave, the producer, is recognized for its dedication to organic viticulture and a philosophy of minimal intervention in winemaking. Yann Chave took over the family estate in the late 1990s, shifting the focus to wine production and embracing organic practices after a personal health experience. The estate's vineyards are situated in key areas within the Crozes-Hermitage appellation, contributing to the wine's distinct character. The 2022 vintage was characterized by favorable dry and warm weather, promoting optimal grape ripening and contributing to the wine's balanced profile.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€33
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Yann Chave shifted the family estate from fruit cultivation to winemaking.
Fact 02
Organic farming was adopted after a personal experience with pesticide poisoning.
Fact 03
The wine is a blend from parcels in La Roche de Glun, Mercurol, and Pont de l'Isère.
Fact 04
The 2022 vintage benefited from exceptional dry and warm climatic conditions.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Yann Chave Crozes-Hermitage begins with a manual harvest and destemming of the Syrah grapes. Fermentation is natural, utilizing indigenous yeasts, with gentle pumping over techniques employed for extraction. Maceration typically lasts between 20 to 25 days, with fermentation temperatures controlled between 20-28°C. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for around 10 months, predominantly in stainless steel tanks, though some oak cask aging may be utilized for specific cuvées. This approach emphasizes purity and the expression of the grape and its terroir.
