91POINTS
16¾/20
Paul Jaboulet Aîné Hermitage La Chapelle 1991
Hermitage, Northern Rhone, Rhone Valley, FranceA great effort in such a poor year. Very peppery, pruny, spicy, minty, caraway, black berry nose mixed with gamey sausage, tobacco leaf aromas and a touch of marmalade. Soft, round, supple palate with some light tannins. Peppery, menthol, tobacco, roasted pepper, pruny, smoky game flavours with a touch of truffle and coffee on the finish. Good length, balance and intensity. Mature now but will hold for 2-4 years.Tasted: 26 April 2006Tasted by: Stuart TobePrices:US | $100.00 | 750ml | retail / auction houses |
Grape: Shiraz/Syrah