COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Syrah
PRODUCER
Domaine Philippe et Vincent Jaboulet
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet Cornas 2018 is a red wine from the Northern Rhône Valley, made solely from Syrah grapes. The Jaboulet family, with a deep-rooted history in Rhône winemaking, established their domain in 2006, focusing on traditional methods and sustainable viticulture. The Cornas appellation is known for its challenging, steep slopes composed of granite, which contribute to the wine's complexity. The 2018 vintage was a warm and ripe year in the Northern Rhône, resulting in wines with concentration and fruit expression.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€50
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Cornas is one of the smallest appellations in the Northern Rhône.
Fact 02
The name 'Cornas' likely derives from a Celtic word meaning 'burnt land'.
Fact 03
This wine is 100% Syrah, a strict AOC requirement for Cornas.
Fact 04
The Jaboulet family's winemaking legacy in the Rhône dates back generations.
FOOD PAIRING
Read more
WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet Cornas begins with hand-harvesting and chilling the Syrah grapes. Fermentation occurs in wooden vats with a maceration period of three to four weeks, utilizing pump-overs and punch-downs. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 24 months in oak barrels, with 50% of them being new. This approach aims to capture the essence of the Syrah grape and the Cornas terroir.
