The wine is ripe at 15% alcohol and has a pH of 3

Thick and fat to the point of being oily in texture

whereas the 2012 vintage is able to hide some of its ripeness within the general fleshiness and succulence of the fruit

The lilting and caressing flavors glide across the palate yet there is an explosiveness to the finish that is almost unexpected

the crisp acids and the firm tannins

Paul Jaboulet Aine, Hermitage Chevalier Sterimberg other_regions The wine is ripe atHas a mix of candied citrus peel, floral, lanolin and fig flavors, with a nicely firm finish. Long and tight, with the citrus and floral notes holding the fruit at bay for now. Needs time to unwind. Best from 2008 through 2013. 25 cases imported. JM