2009 Paul Jaboulet Aine a Petite Chapelle Hermitage

(93 Points)    --------    (Vinous)

Saturated ruby. Black and blue fruit preserves, Indian spices and potpourri on the expressive, highly perfumed nose. Deeply pitched but lively, offering sappy boysenberry and cherry flavors braced by zesty minerality. Clings with excellent tenacity and clarity, repeating the floral note.