Discover an in-depth tasting of Ermitage Blanc from Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet: appearance, nose, palate, food and wine pairings, aging potential, and pleasure score out of 20.

Tasting of Ermitage Blanc – Domaine Philippe et Vincent Jaboulet

About the House

Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet was born in 2006, following the sale of Maison Paul Jaboulet Aîné. Philippe and his son Vincent kept hold of family parcels, notably in Hermitage, Crozes‑Hermitage, and Cornas, to build a small-scale, exacting production. They own a parcel in Hermitage dedicated to Ermitage Blanc, made from 100 % Roussanne, a low-yielding grape with tightly packed bunches that brings finesse and delicacy. The terroir is made up of loess, with vines around 40 years old facing due south. The domaine is certified Haute Valeur Environnementale.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

The color is a brilliant golden yellow, sometimes with green highlights, evoking the wine’s radiant light and the grape’s ripeness.

Nose

On the nose, floral and vanilla aromas unfold, alongside notes of ripe white fruit, toasted almonds, and, at times, honey and sweet spice. These nuances speak to careful aging and impressive aromatic complexity.

Palate

On the palate, the attack is broad and creamy, carried by Roussanne’s richness. You’ll find lovely structure, a velvety texture, balancing freshness, and notes of ripe fruit, honey, spice, and a persistent finish that’s slightly bitter and elegant.

Food & Wine Pairings

This wine pairs beautifully with noble fish such as turbot in cream sauce or lobster, poultry in sauce, scallops, aged cheeses like Comté or Beaufort, and delicate dishes with cream or gentle spice.

Aging Potential

You can enjoy this wine now, but it will gain aromatic complexity with a few years in the cellar. It’s best to keep it for 5 to 8 years, or even until 2025‑2028 depending on the vintage.

Our Rating (out of 20)

We give this Ermitage Blanc a pleasure score of 17/20 for its elegance, aromatic richness, balanced structure, and aging potential.

Conclusion

Ermitage Blanc from Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet is an exceptional white wine, crafted with care and respect for the terroir. Its luminous color, complex nose, generous yet refined palate, and aging potential make it a remarkable cuvée, ideal for lovers of powerful, elegant whites.