{"product_id":"paul-jaboulet-aine-hermitage-maison-bleue-2022-750ml","title":"Paul Jaboulet Aine Hermitage Maison Bleue 2022 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePaul Jaboulet Aîné Hermitage La Maison Bleue 2022 is a refined, organically grown 100% Syrah from the eastern slopes of the legendary Hermitage hill in France's Northern Rhône. Sourced from clay-rich soils, this exceptional vintage delivers remarkable depth, elegance and ageing potential, showcasing the estate's signature balance of power and finesse.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe wine reveals expressive aromas of blackberry, blueberry and blackcurrant, layered with smoke, grilled rosemary, charcoal, coffee, tobacco and floral notes. Medium to full-bodied, it offers a rich, velvety texture, fine-grained tannins and a long, complex finish with impressive freshness and structure. Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, it is an outstanding match for roast lamb, beef, venison, game and mature cheeses.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Sucklling \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJS 95\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Jan 7, 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn spite of its ample concentration and structure, this is an elegant and precise expression of Hermitage. Such a wide spectrum of black and red berries with grilled rosemary and smoke complexity. The ample fine-grained tannins build impressively in the finish, and they need some time to completely harmonize, but they are wrapped in enough richness to already be exciting. From vineyards on the eastern side of the hill of Hermitage. From organically grown grapes. Drink from 2027.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate \u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003e|\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRP 93\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Mar 13, 2025\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2028-2044\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from vines planted on the eastern side of the Hermitage's hill, the 2022 Hermitage La Maison Bleue evokes aromas of loamy soils, mulberries, iris and dark berries, which intermingle with floral notes upon aeration. Medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated, it has a fleshy, dense core of fruit and velvety yet abundant tannins, finishing with a charming, youthful and long finish. Fleshier and deeper than many Hermitage wines due to clay soils without granite influence, this is an enveloping and stunning Hermitage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaroline Frey graciously hosted me for a tasting of the 2022 vintage. She described the year as “hot, dry and extreme,” noting that the number of days with maximum temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius reached record levels. Despite those conditions, the wines are fresh with lively bouquets and no trace of drought or overripe profiles. Caroline considers it “an exciting vintage, particularly regarding how positively the vines adapted to the climate.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Frey family acquired Paul Jaboulet Aîné in 2006, securing ownership of the second-largest estate of Hermitage vines, including the legendary La Chapelle. Since their arrival, and under Caroline Frey’s leadership, the vineyards have undergone extensive restructuring and a full conversion to organic viticulture. Winemaking remains rooted in tradition, with a notable influence from Bordeaux techniques. La Chapelle continues to be the estate’s flagship wine, revered for its distinctive, sappy tannins and refined delicacy.\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"selectable-text copyable-text\"\u003eJancis Robinson |\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(158, 0, 57); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJR 17\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Sep 19, 2023\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2027-2036\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCask sample. The nose is meaty, spiced, rich and gamey, bloody and ferruginous. A ripe and rounded palate with an opulent mouthfeel – firm and succulent tannins that are well integrated. The fruit is dark, meaty, gamey and spiced. A broad finish with moderate acidity and a dense, dark finish. Nicely balanced but a bit of a behemoth! Alistair Cooper MW\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJaboulet.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNestled 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2022 TASTING NOTE\u003cbr\u003eDeep ruby-red colour. A fine expression of ageing notes: charcoal, coffee, light tobacco.\u003cbr\u003eOn aeration, the fruity aromas take over: blueberry, blackcurrant. The attack on the palate\u003cbr\u003esets the tone with immediate, gradual power. The structure is remarkable, with coated\u003cbr\u003etannins that linger long after tasting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvesting\u003cbr\u003eHand-picked, sorted by plot in small 12kg crates.\u003cbr\u003eVinification \/ ageing\u003cbr\u003eManual sorting\u003cbr\u003eTraditional vinification - 100% destemming 3 weeks of maceration and daily pumping over Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, 15% of which are new.\u003cbr\u003eMalolactic fermentation\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41313071300672,"sku":"RDFR20220144","price":103.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/Paul-Jaboulet-Aine-Hermitage-La-Maison-Bleue-Rouge-2020.jpg?v=1706769890","url":"https:\/\/www.1855thebottleshop.com\/products\/paul-jaboulet-aine-hermitage-maison-bleue-2022-750ml","provider":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}