COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Syrah
PRODUCER
Paul Jaboulet Ainée
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Paul Jaboulet Hermitage La Chapelle 2020 is a Syrah from the Northern Rhône's Hermitage appellation. The wine originates from the historic 'La Chapelle' vineyard, recognized for its ancient vines and granite soils. Paul Jaboulet Ainée, a producer with a long-standing heritage in the region, crafts this wine with a focus on expressing the unique characteristics of its terroir. The 2020 vintage benefited from a warm and dry growing season, contributing to the ripeness and concentration of the grapes.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€300
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'La Chapelle' vineyard is named after a small chapel built by a hermit on the hill.
Fact 02
Ancient vines on the La Chapelle parcel contribute to the wine's complexity.
Fact 03
Hermitage La Chapelle is known for its exceptional aging potential.
Fact 04
The wine is a testament to the power of Syrah from a singular terroir.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Paul Jaboulet Hermitage La Chapelle involves traditional methods. Grapes are fermented, often in oak, followed by aging in oak barrels, with a portion typically being new oak. Harvest timing is a key consideration to ensure grape ripeness. The producer's approach focuses on expressing the specific terroir of the Hermitage La Chapelle vineyard.
