Paul Jaboulet Aine, Hermitage Chapelle Blanc other_regions_italy 37 ha monopole of Bouchard

37 ha monopole of Bouchard that required seven generations for the family to acquire all of it)

yet the almost delicate mouthfeel is highly appealing

burnt earth

is going to need a long stay in a cool cellar to fully resolve the supporting structure

earth and spice

Paul Jaboulet Aine, Hermitage Chapelle Blanc other_regions_italy 37 ha monopole of BouchardAnother impressive white is the 2006 Hermitage la Chapelle Blanc. It too is mature, with full bodied notes of buttered stone fruits, white currants, honeysuckle and hazelnuts all emerging from the glass. Possessing a touch more richness than the le Chevalier de Sterimberg, its drinking beautifully today, yet should keep for a decade (or more).