Saturated magenta. Smoke-accented aromas of cherry, blackberry, violet and black pepper, along with a smoky mineral touch that builds in the glass. Chewy and focused in the mouth, offering nicely concentrated, spice-laced and appealingly sweet black an...
“Black tea, blackberry, redcurrant and sage on the nose. Full-bodied with fine, tight tannins. Bright acidity lifts up the dark-fruit profile and brings energy and drive to the lengthy palate. Ground spice and dark chocolate turn the experience savory by ...
BLEND: 95% Grenache Blanc, 5% Ugni BlancVINEYARDS: Estate vineyards are located on the “rive droite” of Rhôneriver, due west of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, near the village of Saint-Laurent desArbres, north of Lirac. A selection from four parcels with soils that are mostlysandy, with white clay.AGE OF VINES: 30-40 yearsWINEMAKING: Hand-harvested in the early morning hours, to keep grapescool. Destemmed and pressed; held for 24 hours in chilled tanks to settlenaturally. Fermented on indigenous yeasts, 87% in stainless steel tank, 9%in new French oak barrels and 4% in older barrels. Bottled unfined andunfiltered.TASTING IMPRESSIONS: Aromas of white fruits, lemon rind, ripe apricot,light herbal notes. Round, fresh, fruity.
A blend of 60% Marsanne and 40% Roussanne, Faury's 2019 Saint Joseph Blanc is made in a mix of steel tank and used large barrels (400-500 liters). It's full-bodied and rich, with mellow melon and pear aromas and flavors, while a touch of pineapple emerges...