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Francois Villard Saint Joseph Poivre et Sol

Francois Villard
2019
2020
$36.99
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750 mL
Wine Type
Red Wine
RegionRhone
Alcohol Level
Country
France
SubregionSaint-Joseph
Drinking Window
GrapesShiraz/Syrah
Wine Description:
Francois Villard Saint Joseph Poivre et Sol is a premium red wine produced by Francois Villard, a renowned winemaker from the Saint Joseph appellation in the Northern Rhone region of France. The wine is made from grapes grown in vineyards with unique soil features, including granite and schist, which impart a distinct minerality to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels for several months. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant expression of the Syrah grape, with notes of black fruit, spice, and a subtle peppery finish. This wine is a must-try for anyone looking for a high-quality, terroir-driven wine from the Northern Rhone.
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  • Complex nose
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Cons:
  • Not much complexity in the mid-palate

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4.1
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Expert Rating:

4.0

Wine Expert Note:

The Francois Villard Saint Joseph Poivre et Sol is a dark, intense and powerful red wine from the Rhône Valley in France. On the nose, it offers aromas of ripe black fruit, pepper and spices. On the palate, it has a full body, with a firm structure and great depth of flavor. It is smooth, balanced and well integrated, with intense flavors of blackberry, cassis, and earth, along with notes of licorice and pepper. The finish is long, elegant and persistent. An excellent wine with great aging potential.
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