Paul Jaboulet, Hermitage, La Maison Bleue 201694 CellarTracker The nose is initially light, opening to reveal seductive black cherry and blueberries, sizzling bacon and peppery smoked meats, licorice, violets, cigar wrapper, smoky barbecue, sweet incense The palate continues on with confit blackberry, light spice and ground coffee. Pretty, powerful and ripe, with lovely purity and lifted freshness. A coating of finely milled, dusty tannins signals further development to come. In a great spot. 11