The 2017 'Homage' is beautifully aromatic with five spice, blackberry and intense red fruits combining with notes of roasted nuts and toasted brioche. These aromas lead to the textural palate with fine tannins and a vibrant acidity. The influence from the time on oak adds a long, spicy finish.
‘Homage’, which is produced only in the very best years and in very limited quantities. First produced in 2002, it pays tribute to the late Gérard Jaboulet (a long-time friend of Robert, Robyn and John, who worked alongside Gérard in Tain L’Hermitage for the 1996 vintage) and is inspired by the wines of Côte-Rôtie. Flavours of blackberry, liquorice, black pepper and spice combine to give a wine that is elegant and powerful with great concentration.