The Saint-Joseph designation represents 1,000 hectares of vineyards and stretches along the meanders of the Rhône over some 60 kilometers. For a long time, it remained in the shadow of its prestigious neighbors, Hermitage and Cornas, but this wine-growing region developed its reputation in the 19th century thanks to Victor Hugo, who in his work "Les Miserables" evoked the famous "vin de Mauves", which used to designate the crus.
vineyard spread over extremely steep slopes with granitic and gneissic soils, generally reserved for the Syrah winegrowing, and on the alluvial terraces constituting the foothills and on which are planted Marsanne and Roussanne grape varieties.
- Nose: tasty and vanilla-flavoured. Notes of red and black fruit with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon.
- Palate: round and fluid.
Tasting date: November 2023.
OUR OPINION: a rather discreet and fruity vintage. It is less full-bodied than the previous vintages and more suited to lovers of light wines.
- Nose: fresh and floral. Slight toasted notes opening on white flowers, pear and white grapefruit scents.
- Palate: ample. Rich and tasty texture. Nice aromatic persistence in the finish.
Tasting date: October 2022.
OUR OPINION: it is the marsanne that expresses itself the most in this vintage which offers a more floral profile than its predecessor. This wine has a nice texture and I appreciate its long fresh finish supported by the roussanne. This vintage needs to be served slightly cooler than usual.
- Nose: powerful. Aromas of blueberry, blackberry and raspberry which give way to fragrances of roasted coffee and spices, with a hint of violet.
- Palate: supple, round and delicious, with a hint of vanilla on the finish.
Tasting date: November 2021.
OUR OPINION: magnificent Saint-Joseph, rich, dense and concentrated.
- Nose: intensely perfumed. Notes of yellow peaches, apricots and passion fruit. Light creamy notes.
- Palate: elegant, silky and supported by a beautiful acidity which gives the wine energy and tone.
Tasting date: May 2020.
OUR OPINION: wonderful vintage !
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Fragrant nose with notes of white flowers and peach flowers, yellow peaches, ripe apricots, lychees and mangoes. Nice attack on the palate, the juice is dynamic, ample and nicely perfumed with a slightly aniseed finish.
Very beautiful Roussanne wine.
(Tasting date : Apr. 2019)
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