In the glass
What it pairs with
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Roast leg of lamb with garlic
The most classic Northern Rhone pairing: mineral Syrah and roast lamb. -
Hare a la Royale
Rich gamey hare stew needs a wine of equal intensity and mineral complexity. -
Grilled cote de boeuf with bone marrow
The wine's structure and dark fruit match the richness of aged beef and marrow.
How to serve Hermitage La Chapelle
Allow 95 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and decant. Open 90 minutes before serving and pour into a decanter to aerate.
- Serve at 16-18°C. Cellar temperature (16-18°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a large Bordeaux-style glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Roast leg of lamb with garlic, Hare a la Royale, Grilled cote de boeuf with bone marrow. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Named for the Saint-Christophe chapel on the Hermitage hill, La Chapelle has been produced since the Jaboulet house was founded in 1834. The 1961 vintage remains the most-cited historic Jaboulet release.
- 1834 — Paul Jaboulet Aine founds the house; La Chapelle is the founding cuvee
- 1961 — La Chapelle 1961 released; one of the house's signature historic vintages
Facts
- Producer
- Paul Jaboulet Aine
- Grapes
- Syrah (100%)
- Classification
- Hermitage AOC
- Oak
- 18-24 months in French oak casks and barriques
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 100-180 at retail
- Drinking window
- 10-30 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1834
- Organic
- ECOCERT
Frequently asked about Hermitage La Chapelle
What does Hermitage La Chapelle taste like?
Structurally full-bodied, firm tannins, high acidity with a very long, savoury mineral finish.
When should I drink Hermitage La Chapelle?
Drink 10-30 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Hermitage La Chapelle?
Roast leg of lamb with garlic is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Hare a la Royale and Grilled cote de boeuf with bone marrow. The most classic Northern Rhone pairing: mineral Syrah and roast lamb.
What grapes are in Hermitage La Chapelle?
The blend is Syrah (100%). The wine is classified as Hermitage AOC.