Jaboulet Hermitage La Chapelle 1985 (Ex-Domaine) Victoria Like several wines in the

Like several wines in the range there is an intense floral character to the highly restrained nose that combines notes of red cherry

In spite of this

it does not materially detract from the overall aromatic appeal

This full-bodied wine is silky

An exuberantly spicy nose features additional aromas of black cherry

Jaboulet Hermitage La Chapelle 1985 (Ex-Domaine) Victoria Like several wines in theOne of the more finesse driven wines in the vertical, the 1985 Hermitage la Chapelle offered beautiful, complex notes of coffee beans, dried meats, potpourri and mint to go with a full bodied, elegant and seamless feel on the palate. Following on the heels of the monster sized '89, it still stood out for its purity, fine tannin and length on the finish. It's a beautiful wine drinking at point.