Clos des Jacobins

Description

A dense, polished, and beautifully balanced Right Bank masterpiece that offers outstanding value for its high critical acclaim.

Quick-Scan Product Facts

• The Style: Red Wine (Full-Bodied, Dense, & Elegant)

• ABV: 14%

• Grape Variety: 80% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Franc, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon.

• Region: Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé, Bordeaux, France.

• Critical Scores: 94 Points (James Suckling), 93 Points (Vinous), 92 Points (The Wine Cellar Insider).

• Aging: 12–15 months in French oak barrels (approx. 75% new oak).

• Flavor Profile: A deep, nearly opaque purple-red. The nose is “attention-seeking” with explosive aromas of blackberry, black cherry, and red plums, layered with dark chocolate, espresso, and licorice. The palate is rich and creamy with silky tannins and a distinct chalky minerality that reflects its limestone-clay terroir.

• Serving Tips: Serve at room temperature (16°C – 18°C). As of 2026, this wine is entering its prime drinking window. A 2-hour decant is highly recommended to soften the remaining tannins and allow the complex mocha and fruit layers to integrate.

• Food Pairing: A robust match for prime rib, grilled lamb chops with herbs, venison, or duck confit. It also pairs beautifully with earthy dishes like truffle mushroom risotto and aged hard cheeses.

• Origin: France (Thibaut and Magali Decoster).

Clos des Jacobins 2016 is widely regarded by Bordeaux enthusiasts in Amman as a “Hidden Gem” of the Right Bank. The vineyard sits at the foot of the Saint-Émilion hill, benefiting from the natural erosion of the limestone plateau, which provides the wine with its signature vibrancy and mineral grip. For our customers on sip22.com, the 2016 vintage represents a historic success—described by critics as a “remake of the 2015 but fresher.” In the Jordan market, a Grand Cru Classé of this caliber is a prestige selection.

Because it was made under the supervision of Hubert de Boüard, it possesses a luxurious, polished texture reminiscent of much more expensive labels. Whether you are adding to a cellar or looking for a standout gift for a wine lover, Clos des Jacobins 2016 is a definitive expression of Saint-Émilion’s elegance.