Let yourself be captivated by an exceptional vintage, the result of a collaboration between Laurent Derhé, 2007 Meilleur Ouvrier de France Sommelier, Gaëtan Bouvier, 2016 Meilleur Sommelier de France, and the Cave de Tain. An Hermitage with an intense, rich nose evoking black fruits, subtly enhanced by notes of warm smoke, fine oak, and black pepper. The palate is full-bodied, imposing, and balanced, characterized by a lush, silky texture, where the refined tannins lend a structure that is both robust and elegant. The finish is fresh, offering aromas of small black berries with great intensity.
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Eye
A few purplish highlights adorn a beautiful garnet color
Nose
Intense, rich, and captivating, the aromas evoke dark fruits such as blackberries and blueberries, subtly enhanced by notes of warm smoke, precious wood, and black pepper
Palate
Full-bodied, imposing, and well-balanced, with a rich, silky texture, where the elegant tannins lend a structure that is both robust and refined; the finish is fresh, offering intense aromas of small black berries
Serve
At 17°C
Drink before
2030+
Food and wine pairings
Serve alongside a fine cut of red meat (beef or duck), gently braised or enhanced with a spicy sauce...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2023 guide) 3*Stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
The winery now has a fermentation facility large enough to vinify its own grapes and produce its wide range of wines. It stands on equal footing with the region’s top producers. In Hermitage, the pride of the members who can rely on the vineyards bequeathed by founder Gambert de Loche, the Epsilon cuvée is impressive. A limited-production wine (1,500 bottles produced), it is a great wine that every discerning wine lover should have in their cellar.
Decanter
Rated Winery Recommended
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2023 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
Founded in 1933 by Louis Gambert de Loche, the high-quality Tain-l'Hermitage cooperative winery has 310 members and, with over 1,000 hectares of vineyards, produces approximately 50% of the wines from the northern Rhône Valley on its own. It also owns 26 hectares of its own vineyards, including 21 hectares in Hermitage. A reliable choice in the region, the winery acquired brand-new production facilities in 2014, enabling it to expand its range of single-vineyard selections.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
As the largest cooperative winery in the Northern Rhône, the Cave de Tain is a must-see for tourists visiting the region, if only because it features a large parking lot at the foot of Hermitage Hill, offering a panoramic view all the way up the slope. The wines cover nearly all of the region’s appellations, with the exception of Condrieu and Côte-Rôtie, across a range of quality levels and styles. Collectively, the members cultivate just under 30 hectares of Hermitage, making them the second-largest landowner in this appellation. The entry-level wines are often pleasant and well-made, offering good value for money, while some of the top-tier cuvées are ripe and oaky, perhaps offering even too much of both for some consumers.
Wine Enthusiast
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
Jancis Robinson
Rated: Recommended
Vinous
Rated: Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (2024 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
Aromas of black berries, black cherries, burnt bark, grilled meat, and peppercorns. The wine is full-bodied, with fine, firm tannins. Dense and compact on the palate, with a rich core of black berries and spices. A meaty finish. Best enjoyed after 2025.
Jeb Dunnuck
Rated: Recommended
Terre de Vins
Wine rated (2022 guide) Gold Medal