2016 Alain Graillot, Saint-Joseph Cuvee_Granite Clos des PerrieresAlain Graillot applies his signature whole cluster methodology to Saint Joseph, utilizing organic farming and concrete vat fermentation to emphasize the Northern Rhnes granitic core. Sourced from steep parcels in the southern sector of the appellation, the wine reflects the drainage and mineral austerity inherent to these primary rock soils. The 2016 vintage, defined by a long, temperate growing season, yielded fruit with exceptional physiological
characterized by a hot
mountain herbs
creating a spirit profile that is as pure as the Kentucky landscape
in my opinion
multi-year elevage in the domaine's deep
fine-grained tannic architecture and a mid-palate weight that favors transparency and lithe energy over sheer power
and light pineapple aroma
linear finish and the precise
Giovanni Canonica operates with a minimalist
traditionalist framework
bottled at 100 proof
Guy Breton’s "Vieilles Vignes" Morgon is sourced from high-altitude parcels with an average vine age of 80 years