Paul Jaboulet Aine Crozes Hermitage Domaine de Thalabert 2016

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Paul Jaboulet Aine
Label Name:
 
Crozes Hermitage Domaine de Thalabert
Vintage:
 
2016
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Crozes-Hermitage (Northern Rhône)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
100% Syrah
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Wine Spectator ~93/100 (reports 91–94 range for the vintage); positive reviews from critics/retailers noting good aging potential (drink window cited c. 2023–2031)

Tasting Note
Vivid ruby; concentrated black and blue fruits (blackberry, cassis) with violet florals, black pepper, liquorice and subtle smoked/mineral notes. Smooth, ripe tannins, lively acidity and a long, perfumed finish.

Food Pairing
Roast lamb, beef, venison, duck confit; grilled steak and hearty stews (Western). Korean BBQ, char siu, teriyaki beef, mapo tofu and spicy Sichuan dishes (Asian).

Production Method
Hand-harvested, 100% destemmed Syrah; ~3 weeks maceration, malolactic fermentation; aged 12–18 months in French oak (≈20% new in 2016).

Vineyard Info
Thalabert is the oldest Crozes-Hermitage vineyard, owned by Paul Jaboulet Aîné since 1834; old-vine parcels (planted c.1934–1975) managed for biodiversity under Jaboulet/Frey stewardship.