| Region | |
|---|---|
| Subregion | France > Rhône > Northern Rhône > Saint-Joseph |
| Colour | Red |
| Type | Still |
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From a higher, east-facing vineyard, the 2017 Saint-Joseph Le Clos is almost black and is the most concentrated, powerful Saint Joseph in the vintage. Blackcurrants, cassis, kirsch, ground herbs, beef blood, burning embers, and new leather notes all emerge from this beast of a Saint Joseph that has incredible depth and richness, an Hermitage-like power and opulence, and a great finish. Give bottles 3-4 years and it should evolve gracefully for two decades. There are a tiny 228 cases produced.
Cask sample. 24 hl/ha.
Reductive drainage notes. Rich red fruit on the palate, fine but furry tannin – this is raw and abrasive, but has great fruit purity at its core.
