Paul Jaboulet Aine Hermitage la Chapelle 2006

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Paul Jaboulet Aine
Label Name:
 
Hermitage la Chapelle
Vintage:
 
2006
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Hermitage, Northern Rhône
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14%
Grape(s):
 
Syrah
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Representative scores for 2006: Vinous (Josh Raynolds) 93, Wine Advocate (Robert Parker / Jeb Dunnuck commentary) ~90–92, Jancis Robinson 17/20, Wine Spectator ~91; widely praised for maturity and classic La Chapelle character

Tasting Note
Smoky, meaty core of red and black berry preserves with violet, pepper, leather and mineral notes; savory soy and roasted meat accents, velvety texture and a long, smoky finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast lamb, beef tournedos, braised short ribs, game birds with mushroom sauces. Asian: char siu or soy-braised beef, miso-glazed duck, Korean BBQ (bulgogi/braised short ribs), rich Cantonese red-cooked pork.

Production Method
Hand-harvested Syrah; hand-sorted, destemmed/lightly crushed; extended maceration (3–4 weeks); aged 15–18 months in French oak (≈20% new).

Vineyard Info
Flagship cuvée of Domaine Paul Jaboulet Aîné, blending fruit from Le Méal, Les Bessards and other Hermitage lieux-dits; Frey family took control in 2006 and moved toward organic/biodynamic practices.