Paul Jaboulet Aîné Hermitage La Chapelle Rouge is a powerful, full-bodied red wine from the Rhone Valley in France. Made from 100% Syrah, this robust wine is oozing with aromas of ripe dark fruit, spice, and hints of smoke and leather. On the palate, the wine is velvety and smooth, with ripe tannins, and flavors of dark cherry, blackberry, and a hint of pepper. The finish is long and intense with a subtle earthy note. This exquisite wine pairs perfectly with game meats, grilled meats, and mature cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Paul Jaboulet Aîné Hermitage La Chapelle Rouge is a classic, full-bodied red wine with intense aroma and flavor.On the nose, it has notes of blackberry and raspberry, with hints of cedar and cigar box. On the palate, it has a rich and velvety texture, with flavors of dark fruit, spices, and earthy minerals. The finish is long and lingering, with a smoky, almost leathery character. It is a great wine to pair with grilled meats and cheeses.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2046
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Paul Jaboulet Aîné
Region: Rhone
The Rhone wine region is located in southeastern France. It runs along the Rhone River roughly from Lyon in the north to Avignon in the south. It is divided into two main sub-regions: the Northern Rhone, running from Lyon to Montelimar, and the Southern Rhone, from Montelimar to Avignon. Although wines of all color are made, both regions are most famous for thier red wine. The Northern Rhone is known for its full-bodied red wines made from Syrah grapes with the possible inclusion of some white grapes, while the Southern Rhone is known for its blends of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. The region has a long history of wine production, dating back to the ancient Romans with the sites of some former Roman vineyards being replanted surrounding the town of Vienne.