2024 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Marsanne
Region Saint-Joseph
Soil Granite
Sites Historic Tournon slopes facing Hermitage
Production Details Very old Marsanne vines planted from 1920; the release is described as receiving a discreet élevage that supports rather than masks the fruit.
Tasting Notes Pure, juicy fruit; fresh mineral character; vibrant texture; citrus-driven energy.
Food Pairing Salmon gravlax; seared trout with sesame and confit carrots.
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2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Marsanne
Drinking Window 2026–2035
Region Saint-Joseph
Soil Granitic soils
Sites Lieu-dit Saint Joseph on the rounded slopes of Tournon, in the historic core of the appellation
Production Details Very old Marsanne vines, mostly planted in 1920; élevage for one year in fûts and demi-muids. The source describes reasoned farming with organic principles and recommends serving at 11–12°C after two hours' bottle aeration or decanting.
Tasting Notes Orange, apple, pineapple, apricot, greengage and yellow plum, flat peach, gooseberry and lemon zest; almond paste, orange-blossom brioche, juniper, liquorice and citrus-toned pepper; broad, dense palate with grapefruit, kumquat, green curry, saffron and lime.
Food Pairing Turbot blanquette with mild curry; braised sweetbreads; pike-perch with beurre blanc and gnocchi; pistachio saucisson brioché.
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2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Marsanne
Drinking Window 2025–2034
Region Saint-Joseph
Soil Granitic soils
Sites Lieu-dit Saint Joseph on the rounded slopes of Tournon, in the historic core of the appellation
Production Details Very old Marsanne vines planted in 1920; élevage for one year in fûts and demi-muids. The source recommends serving at 11–12°C after two hours' bottle aeration or decanting.
Tasting Notes Granny Smith apple, apricot, quince, peach and Passe-Crassane pear; almond paste, orange-blossom brioche, lemon-meringue tart, white flowers, linden and herbal notes; gooseberry, lemon zest, yellow plum, green pepper, liquorice and candied citrus.
Food Pairing Pike-perch with beurre blanc and gnocchi; pistachio saucisson brioché; five-spice pork tenderloin; monkfish à l'américaine; sarsuela.
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2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Marsanne
Region Saint-Joseph
Soil Granite and gneiss terraces
Vine Age 63
Production Details Fruit from a one-hectare old-vine parcel, including vines dating to the 1920s. Grapes underwent cold maceration in steel tanks before fermentation; the wine then spent six months in 1–4-year-old barriques and demi-muids, followed by 12 months of bottle maturation before release.
Tasting Notes Powerful and complex citrus-and-beeswax nose; elegant but strong palate with hazelnut, salinity and a long finish.
Critics Ratings 93
2020 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Marsanne
Drinking Window 2023–2032
Region Saint-Joseph
Soil Granitic soils
Sites Lieu-dit Saint Joseph on the rounded slopes of Tournon, in the historic core of the appellation
Production Details Old Marsanne vines, many planted in 1920; reasoned farming with organic principles. The source recommends serving at 11–12°C after two hours' bottle aeration or decanting.
Tasting Notes Jasmine, honeysuckle, lily of the valley, gorse, daffodil and honey; Comice pear, white peach, apricot and pineapple; aniseed herbs, coriander, cucumber skin and chilled citrus; ample fruit, fine citrus-and-stone bitterness and an intense fruity, smoky finish.
Food Pairing Poultry or veal pie; Lyonnais pistachio sausage; pike-perch with beurre blanc and gnocchi; fish terrine; green-bean salad with chanterelles and pine nuts.
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