Crozes-Hermitage 2019 Domaine de Thalabert - Paul Jaboulet Aîné

Crozes-Hermitage 2019 Domaine de Thalabert - Paul Jaboulet Aîné

(93 - 96)/100 Parker

Cellaring: 2023 - 2040

Tasted by Joe Czerwinski on May 13, 2021: "The full-bodied, impressively inky 2019 Crozes Hermitage Domaine de Thalabert has blackberry and cassis, blackberry and blueberry fruit, but notes of violets, black olives and espresso keep it from being a one-dimensional fruit bomb. Rich, concentrated and dense, it almost feels like a Port on the palate. I could see some people thinking that this is too much of a good thing, but perhaps this wine just needs more ageing and extra time in the cellar compared to other recent vintages. It's a bit coarse and shapeless at this stage, but it finishes rich and dusty, with mocha notes and no real sign of its 15% alcohol."

- Presentation : The Domaine de Thalabert is the oldest vineyard of Crozes Hermitage in the appellation. It joined the Paul Jaboulet Aîné estate in 1834.

- Garde : This wine will age perfectly to improve over the years.

- Terroir : Stony plain of glacial origin.

- Ageing: 12 months in oak barrels, 20% of which are new.

- Tasting: A ruby/purple robe. A superb nose of black fruits, blueberries and liquorice. And to finish, a mouth: delicate tannins, very enveloping wine, persistent finish.

- Service : Serve at around 16°, wine to keep.

- Food and wine pairing: Enjoy with lamb, red meat or poultry.

- Composition: 100% syrah. 

- Alcohol level : 13.5% vol Contains sulphites.