Dard & Ribo 2023 Saint-Joseph Rouge

Syrah 50% from sandy granite on Pitrou at St-Jean-de-Muzols (1940s-1950s Syrah) and 50% from hard granite, quartz, red clay, alluvial stones on Les Champs at Tournon (1960s Syrah), sandy granite at Vion (1970), whole bunch fermentation, pumping overs, aged used 600-litre oak 10-12 months, unfined, unfiltered. "quite a full red; the nose has a supple toned air of raspberry, wild strawberry, sandiness, cordite. The palate presents aromatic red fruits, rose petal, is droit-linear from half way, on acidity, trembles on its red acidulés, fresh small fruits into the finish. It is loosely composed, so up for early drinking, grills, lamb dishes. There’s a touch of late tannin crunch." Enjoy over the next 10 years.