JL Chave Crozes-Hermitage "Silene" 2024 Loire Valley and annual rainfall rarely tops

and annual rainfall rarely tops 450 millimeters

Aging: 549 Days

At higher elevations

and herbal edge make it equally at home with a rustic bean chili

JL Chave Crozes-Hermitage "Silene" 2024 Loire Valley and annual rainfall rarely topsThe Land The 2024 Silne draws from the southern reaches of Crozes Hermitage, where the Rhne River moderates a continental climate of hot summers and brisk winters. Here, Syrah thrives in varied soilsgranitic outcrops, sandy loess, and stony alluviumeach contributing its own voice to the wines profile. The vintages warm, sun filled days were balanced by timely rains, preserving acidity and aromatic lift. Half the fruit comes from Chaves own