St Joseph 'Poivre et Sol', Francois Villard, Rhone Valley, France 2021
Northern Rhone, France
Tasting Notes
A blend from several steep parcels planted in decomposed granite and quartz soil. Smokey & spicy dark berries and liquorice on the lively nose. Subtly sweet blackberry and cherry flavours showing energy with a floral and gently tannic finish. Made with 80% whole cluster and aged for 15 months in two to four-year-old barrels.
Food Matches
Pan-seared duck, Roasted leg of lamb & Osso Bucco
Wine Profile
Wine Type Red Wine
Vintage 2021
Style Full & Rich Reds
Country France
Region Northern Rhone
Grower Name Francois Villard
Grape Variety Syrah
ABV 12.50%
Closure Natural Cork
Bottle Size 75cl
Allergens Sulphites
Method Vegan
SKU STJOSEPHPES21
Grower
Francois Villard
Overlooking the Rhône River, the Domaine François Villard is situated in Saint-Michel-Sur-Rhône, in the north of the Rhône Valley.François Villard did not start out to be a wine maker. At first, he worked in the restaurant business as a chef. Having a real passion for wine and after some decisive meeting, François decided to start a… Read More
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