Alain Graillot Saint-Joseph 2018 - 750 ml

Alain Graillot Saint-Joseph 2018 is a remarkable red wine from the Saint-Joseph appellation, located on the right bank of the Rhone, in the northern part of the valley. This wine is produced by winemaker Alain Graillot , one of the essential names in the Rhone Valley, renowned for his Syrah wines of great finesse and a profound expression of the terroir. The 2018 vintage is particularly appreciated for its richness, structure and balance.

Tasting notes:

• Appearance : The wine has a deep red color, an intense ruby, clear and brilliant, announcing a concentrated and elegant wine.
• Nose : The 2018 Saint-Joseph offers a complex nose, dominated by aromas of ripe black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry, black cherry), accompanied by subtle floral notes of violet and peony, characteristic of Syrah . We also perceive spicy nuances (black pepper, licorice) as well as touches of garrigue and leather, which add depth and complexity to the bouquet.
• Palate : On the palate, this wine is rich and structured, with firm but well-integrated tannins, offering a beautiful silky texture. The fruit is very present, with flavors of black fruits supported by touches of spices and minerality, a sign of its terroir. The finish is long, elegant and marked by a beautiful freshness, with a fruity and spicy persistence. The tension between fruit and tannic structure is particularly well balanced, offering a feeling of precision.

Style & Chords:

• The 2018 Saint-Joseph is a powerful and elegant wine, with a beautiful complexity that makes it perfect to accompany a wide variety of dishes. It pairs perfectly with grilled or roasted red meats (lamb, beef), simmered dishes such as beef stew , game (venison, wild boar) or even mature cheeses such as Comté or Saint-Nectaire .
• It can also be enjoyed on its own, to fully enjoy its aromatic richness and depth.

Production :

• The 2018 Saint-Joseph is a pure Syrah , grown on selected plots of the estate. The vines have relatively low yields, which allows for the production of concentrated, high-quality grapes. Vinification is done in the traditional manner, with fermentation in stainless steel vats, followed by aging in oak barrels for approximately 12 months. The latter gives the wine a solid structure and a subtle aromatic complement, without masking the pure fruit of the Syrah.

Aging potential:

• This wine has excellent aging potential. While it can be enjoyed now, it will gain complexity as it ages. It can be kept for 5-10 years or more and will continue to improve with age, with deeper flavors and smoother tannins.

In summary, the 2018 Alain Graillot Saint-Joseph is a wine of great elegance, power and complexity, which perfectly illustrates Alain Graillot's talent for producing Syrah wines that are both expressive and refined. It is an excellent choice for lovers of Rhone Valley wines, looking for a wine with depth, freshness and a beautiful capacity for aging.