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Crozes-Hermitage Blanc "Sybele" 2022 Jean-Louis Chave
The Crozes-Hermitage Blanc "Sybele" by Jean-Louis Chave is a refined and complex white wine, crafted from a blend of 60% Marsanne and 40% Roussanne. The name "Sybele" refers to the ancient Phrygian goddess of nature, a symbol of fertility and abundance, worshipped with orgiastic rites in the mountains of central and western Anatolia. This mythological reference aligns perfectly with the primal and powerful nature of the terroir from which this wine originates.
The grapes used for Crozes-Hermitage Blanc "Sybele" come from purchased organic fruit, cultivated in vineyards that adhere to strict ecological standards. Marsanne and Roussanne thrive in the clay-limestone and gravel soils of the Crozes-Hermitage appellation, located in the northern Rhône Valley. These soils impart a distinctive mineral structure and an aromatic complexity that reflects the richness of the terroir.
Vinification takes place entirely at the Domaine Jean-Louis Chave, where the grapes are fermented using indigenous yeasts in large wooden foudres. This initial process is crucial for developing the wine's complexity and depth. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in neutral barrels, allowing it to mature without excessive influence from the wood, thus preserving the purity and expression of the fruit.
Crozes-Hermitage Blanc "Sybele" presents a brilliant straw-yellow color. On the nose, it offers a complex and intriguing bouquet with notes of ripe yellow fruit such as peach and apricot, accompanied by hints of white flowers, honey, and toasted almonds. The presence of Marsanne and Roussanne provides a rich and layered aromatic structure that evolves over time in the glass.
On the palate, the wine stands out for its elegance and lightness, uncommon for the Crozes-Hermitage appellation, which is more renowned for its Syrah-based red wines. The "Sybele" exhibits vibrant mineral tension, with a freshness that perfectly balances the richness of the fruit. The fruity and floral notes are amplified by a slight salinity and a long, harmonious finish.
DENOMINATION: Crozes-Hermitage AOC
REGION: Rhone Valley (France)
GRAPES: 60% Marsanne, 40% Roussanne
