12 bottles per lot
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Hermitage, La Chapelle--Vintage 1990
Rhône. Domaine-bottled: Paul Jaboulet Aîné
Lots 157 and 158 recently released by Paul Jaboulet Aîné. Pristine appearance and excellent levels. In six-bottle Paul Jaboulet Aîné wooden cases. Lot 159 two very slightly corroded and slightly damaged capsules. One bin-soiled and stained and two slightly stained labels. Levels 2.5cms below base of corks or better. In carton
Tasting Note: The 1990 La Chapelle is the sexy and opulent. I had the 1990 at the Jaboulet tasting, and again out of a double magnum three months ago. On both occasions it was spectacular, clearly meriting a three-digit score. The modern day equivalent of the 1961, it deserves all the attention it has garnered. The colour remains an opaque purple, with only a slight pink at the edge. Spectacular aromatics offer up aromas of incense, smoke, blackberry fruit, cassis, barbecue spice, coffee, and a touch of chocolate. As it sits in the glass, additional nuances of pepper and grilled steak emerge. There is extraordinary freshness for such a mammoth wine in addition to abundant tannin, an amazing 60-second finish, and a level of glycerin and thick, fleshy texture that have to be tasted to be believed. Despite its youthfulness, the 1990 La Chapelle is lovely to drink, although it will be even better with another 5-6 years of cellaring; it should age for 35-40+ years. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2050. Robert Parker, Wine Advocate #129 June 2000
12 bottles per lot
Rhône. Domaine-bottled: Paul Jaboulet Aîné
Lots 157 and 158 recently released by Paul Jaboulet Aîné. Pristine appearance and excellent levels. In six-bottle Paul Jaboulet Aîné wooden cases. Lot 159 two very slightly corroded and slightly damaged capsules. One bin-soiled and stained and two slightly stained labels. Levels 2.5cms below base of corks or better. In carton
Tasting Note: The 1990 La Chapelle is the sexy and opulent. I had the 1990 at the Jaboulet tasting, and again out of a double magnum three months ago. On both occasions it was spectacular, clearly meriting a three-digit score. The modern day equivalent of the 1961, it deserves all the attention it has garnered. The colour remains an opaque purple, with only a slight pink at the edge. Spectacular aromatics offer up aromas of incense, smoke, blackberry fruit, cassis, barbecue spice, coffee, and a touch of chocolate. As it sits in the glass, additional nuances of pepper and grilled steak emerge. There is extraordinary freshness for such a mammoth wine in addition to abundant tannin, an amazing 60-second finish, and a level of glycerin and thick, fleshy texture that have to be tasted to be believed. Despite its youthfulness, the 1990 La Chapelle is lovely to drink, although it will be even better with another 5-6 years of cellaring; it should age for 35-40+ years. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2050. Robert Parker, Wine Advocate #129 June 2000
12 bottles per lot
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