Domaine Paul Jaboulet Aîné
Domaine Paul Jaboulet Aîné

Domaine Paul Jaboulet Aîné

Domaine Paul Jaboulet Aîné, founded in 1834 in Tain-l'Hermitage, is one of the historic references of the Rhône Valley. Taken over by the Frey family in 2006, the estate is managed by oenologist Caroline Frey. It extends over more than 100 hectares, including the prestigious terroirs of Hermitage, Cornas, Côte-Rôtie and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Its emblematic wine, Hermitage La Chapelle, is recognised worldwide. HVE certified, the estate has been in organic conversion since 2013. Domaine Paul Jaboulet Aîné embodies the excellence and finesse of great Rhône wines.

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Hermitage Appellation

Hermitage Appellation
Rhône Region

Rhône Region

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History of the estate

The Paul Jaboulet Aîné estate was founded in 1834 in Tain-l'Hermitage in the Rhône Valley by Antoine Jaboulet. The property remained in the family until 1997, then was sold in 2006 to the Frey family, who also own Château La Lagune and other estates in Champagne and Bordeaux. Since then, Caroline Frey, oenologist and winemaker, has been leading the house with the aim of combining historical heritage and qualitative renewal.

Climate, terroir and wine style

The vineyard extends over approximately 125 hectares, including 25 hectares on the Hermitage hill. The soils are often composed of white rolled pebbles, decomposed granite or mica schist depending on the appellations. The south-facing exposure, steep slopes and warm microclimate allow good ripening of the grapes, especially Syrah for the reds, and Marsanne, Roussanne and Viognier for the whites.

The style is characterised by fine tannins, great aromatic depth, and a balance between power and elegance. Ageing (new barrels in varying proportions, long maturation) plays an essential role in refining the wines without masking their terroir expression. 

Ageing potential of wines from Domaine Paul Jaboulet Ainé

The estate's top wines have very high ageing potential. For example, Hermitage La Chapelle often requires 10 to 20 years (or even more depending on the vintage) to reach its full expression. After years, it reveals complex aromas of leather, undergrowth, liquorice, ripe jammy fruits and mushroom. Cuvées such as Côte-Rôtie “Domaine des Pierrelles” or Saint-Joseph also show that they can improve over a dozen years or more.

The estate's finest cuvées

Hermitage La Chapelle: emblematic cuvée, produced between ~30,000 and 80,000 bottles depending on the year; blend of Syrah from the finest Hermitage terroirs such as Le Méal, Les Greffieux, Les Roucoules, Les Dionnières. Great depth, fine tannins, very high ageing potential. The La Chapelle 1990 cuvée received the perfect score of 100/100 from Robert Parker.

La Petite Chapelle (sometimes called Maison Bleue): made from the less concentrated lots destined for La Chapelle, more moderate yield, more accessible style when young, to be drunk earlier.

Buy your wine at SoDivin

Ordering a wine from Domaine Paul Jaboulet Ainé at SoDivin means choosing an excellent service dedicated to fine wine enthusiasts. Enjoy same-day dispatch for any order placed before 2pm, with delivery from the next day. Each bottle receives special care, and our packaging ensures optimal protection during transport.

SoDivin also offers you the possibility to add a personalised message as well as wooden gift boxes, ideal for giving on a birthday or other occasion. In addition, you can choose the dispatch date for delivery suited to your needs. Our wines are stored in optimal conditions and you can view high-definition photos online of each bottle before your purchase, for complete transparency.

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