2020 Hermitage La Maison Bleue by Paul Jaboulet Aîné is a lush, full-bodied Syrah from the eastern, non-granitic side of Hermitage. It shows layers of ripe cherries, dark plums, mocha, and grilled herbs, with a creamy texture, fine tannins, and a long, warm finish—offering both depth and early approachability.

The Wine Advocate | RP 94
Published: May 16, 2024
Drink: 2023-2035

Just a step behind the La Chapelle this vintage, the 2020 Hermitage La Maison Bleue expresses the non-granitic side of Hermitage, in its opulent fruit and early accessibility. Ripe cherries and raspberries dominate the nose, while the full-bodied palate is a bit warm (it's labeled at 15.5% alcohol) with supple tannins and a long, almost creamy-textured finish.

Jamessuckling.com | JS 94
Published: Jun 9, 2023

An intense nose expressing dark notes of blackberries, dark plums, mocha, stones, bark and hints of grilled herbs and undergrowth. It’s full-bodied with fine tannins. It’s restrained and ample with layers and texture. Focused with a dense core of dark fruits and some bitter chocolate and spices towards the long finish. Try after 2027.

Decanter | D 92
Published: Oct 1, 2021
Drink: 2025-2031

A classy, fresh and aromatic display, this is harmonious already. Medium-bodied, with more measured fruit and freshness on the palate, fine tannins and plenty of them. The oak is well-integrated. It is slightly warming on the palate, but is otherwise well-balanced. Long finish.
Closure: Cork
Body: Full
Oak: Lightly Oaked
Grapes: 100% Syrah / Shiraz

Jancisrobinson.com | JR 16.5
Published: Oct 25, 2021
Drink: 2025-2035

Formerly La Petite Chapelle. Mainly Les Murets with Les Diognières. Cask sample.
Expressive dark-fruit nose with cassis notes to the fore. Silky attack and texture, the tannins finely edged. Rich but fresh despite the alcohol. Lacks the gravitas of grand Hermitage but accessible earlier.

Jaboulet.com

Nestled in the heart of the Eastern Hermitage vineyard, one of the most renowned vineyards in the world, stands this enchanting stone house adorned with blue shutters— a place rich in history. Today, it is still used to dry the plants used for biodynamic preparations, as well as for the drying of the Hermitage straw wine.