2016 Hermitage Rouge, Maison Bleue, Domaine Jaboulet (6 x Bottle)
(20% new oak) Saturated bright-rimmed ruby. Seductive, mineral-tinged aromas of red and blue preserves, cola, violet pastille and olive paste, along with a spicy topnote. Black raspberry and cherry liqueur flavors display excellent energy and depth, a subtle spicecake accent and zesty back-end cut. Deftly plays richness off vivacity and shows no excess fat. Finishes with persistent cherry and floral notes, supple tannins and strong, spicy persistence.
2016 Hermitage Rouge, Maison Bleue, Domaine Jaboulet (6 x Bottle)
(20% new oak) Saturated bright-rimmed ruby. Seductive, mineral-tinged aromas of red and blue preserves, cola, violet pastille and olive paste, along with a spicy topnote. Black raspberry and cherry liqueur flavors display excellent energy and depth, a subtle spicecake accent and zesty back-end cut. Deftly plays richness off vivacity and shows no excess fat. Finishes with persistent cherry and floral notes, supple tannins and strong, spicy persistence.
| Producer | Paul Jaboulet Aine |
|---|---|
| Sub-Region | North Rhone |
| Region | Rhone |
| Country | France |
| Grape Variety | Syrah |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Colour | Red |
| ABV | 14.00% |
| Style | Full , Dry , Powerful |
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Robert Parker Wine Advocate
The charming, already drinkable 2016 Hermitage La Maison Bleue comes from the eastern portion of the appellation. Raspberries and cherries lead the way in this full-bodied, velvety, lush offering, picking up subtle hints of baking spices on the long, silky finish.
93 Points / Drinking 2018 - 2030
By Joe Czerwinski / October 2018
Vinous
Vivid purple. Expressive, smoke- and spice-accented dark fruit preserve, potpourri and incense scents are complemented by hints of licorice and olive paste. At once ripe and lively in the mouth, offering densely packed blackberry, blueberry and spicecake flavors that become spicier with aeration. Sneaky tannins give shape and solid grip to an impressively long, energetic finish that features lingering suggestions of candied flowers and dark berries.
94 Points / Drinking 2025 - 2034
By Josh Raynolds / September 2019