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The Top 12 Wines of Paul Jaboulet Aîné: Countdown Overview

Domaines Paul Jaboulet Aîné, one of the finest wine estates in history, has arrived in New Zealand. This famous…


#1: 2013 Paul Jaboulet Aîné Hermitage La Chapelle

A gorgeous intensity of plum, spice and grilled meat on the nose. Cloves and hints of dried spices. This is a big,…


#2: 2014 Paul Jaboulet Aîné Muscat de Beaumes

Orange, marmalade and apricot liqueur literally explode on the nose. The palate is dense, rich but enhanced with a…


#3: 2015 Paul Jaboulet Aîné Côtes du Rhône P45 Rouge

Aromas of red fruits, spices and lavender. The mouth is surprising and gourmet, it offers a beautiful roundness with…


#4: 2012 Paul Jaboulet Aîné La Petite Chapelle

Bright, mineral-accented red and dark berry aromas are complicated by notes of fresh violet and spicecake. At once…


#5: 2014 Paul Jaboulet Aîné Côte Rôtie Les Jumelles

Beautiful floral expressions of Northern Rhône Syrah with notes of peony, pot-pourri and black olives with a rich and…


#6: 2016 Paul Jaboulet Aîné Crozes Hermitage Domaine Mule Blanche

Forward and fresh, marked by toasted-grain notes and pineapple fruit. There's ample weight and concentration in this…


#7: 2014 Paul Jaboulet Aîné Crozes Hermitage Domaine de Thalabert

Possessing an uncommon inky colour as well as rock solid notes of black raspberries, ground peppery and distinct…


#8: 2015 Paul Jaboulet Aîné Hermitage le Chevalier de Stérimberg

A medium-bodied, pure, energetic white that offers fabulous minerality, crisp white peach and a touch of hazelnut on…


#9: 2016 Paul Jaboulet Aîné Côtes du Rhône P45 Blanc

Brilliant golden yellow colour, the nose is intense and expressive with aromas of apricot and citrus as well as floral…


#10: 2015 Paul Jaboulet Aîné Gigondas Pierre Aiguille

An elegant, polished wine from this estate, made from 80% Grenache and 10% each of Syrah and Mourvèdre. It offers a…


#11: 2016 Paul Jaboulet Aîné VDF Viognier

Pale yellow colour with golden tints. The nose is open and expressive with notes of fruits (pear) and white flowers. On…


#12: 2016 Paul Jaboulet Aîné VDF Syrah

Clear red purple colour with dark purple reflections. Strong nose, this Syrah shows aromas of red fruits (cherries,…


James Suckling’s Top 100 Wines of 2017

James Suckling is internationally regarded as one of the most influential wine critics. After 36 years of experience,…


#1: NV Armand de Brignac Gold Brut “Ace of Spades”

Touted as the most expensive Champagne and available in the infamous 30l 'Midas' bottle - this bad boy is worthy of…


#2: NV Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé

Billecart-Salmon is one of only four 10/10 Maisons from Tyson Stelzer, rubbing shoulders with Krug, Salon & Bollinger.…


#3: 2013 Demeter Zoltan Eszter Tokaji Cuvée

Demeter Zoltan’s winery was founded in 1996 with the intent to take a full and active part in the recognition and…


#4: NV Cattier Clos du Moulin Brut Premier Cru

This Maison predates the French Revolution. Their pedigree highlights this elegant expression of the Clos du Moulin -…


#5: NV Chambers Rosewood Rutherglen Muscat

Anyone who has ever tasted Chambers fortified Tokay or Muscat realises the world’s reference point for these wines…


#6: NV Andre Clouet Grande Reserve Grand Cru

Beyond current enthusiasm for these exciting, superb Champagnes, the Clouet family has a history of accomplishment in…


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