Description
Saint-Joseph “Le Grand Pompée” White 1998 – Paul Jaboulet Aîné
The 1998 Saint-Joseph “Le Grand Pompée” white from Paul Jaboulet Aîné is a rare and distinctive cuvée, highlighting the remarkable ageing potential of white wines from the Northern Rhône. Predominantly made from Marsanne, the emblematic grape of the appellation, the balanced and generous 1998 vintage produced a wine of structure, breadth and longevity. Today, it reveals a noble, mellow and beautifully harmonious profile.
The colour shows a deep golden hue with amber highlights, reflecting slow and controlled ageing. The nose is rich and complex, offering ripe yellow fruits, pear and quince, layered with notes of honey, beeswax, almond, hazelnut and dried flowers. Tertiary nuances of warm stone and noble mushroom add depth and refinement.
On the palate, the wine is broad, creamy and well structured. The texture is dense and almost oily, yet lifted by lingering freshness. Flavours of ripe fruits, dried fruits, evolved floral notes and gentle honeyed tones unfold with elegance. The finish is long, warming and persistent, leaving an impression of fullness and quiet nobility.
A magnificent mature Saint-Joseph white — rare and expressive — ideal for lovers of characterful white wines seeking complexity, depth and the graceful imprint of time.
Caractéristiques
| Castle / Estate / House | Domaine Paul Jaboulet Ainé |
| Designation | Saint-Joseph |
| Capacity (cl) | 75 |
| Color | White |
| Vintage (year) | 1998 |
| Référence | MD8 |
