Tardieu Laurent Saint Joseph Vv 2016

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Tardieu Laurent
Label Name:
 
Saint Joseph Vv
Vintage:
 
2016
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Saint-Joseph (Northern Rhône)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Syrah, Serine
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Vinous 92–93; Wine Spectator 92; Wine Advocate 91; Falstaff 91; Jancis Robinson 16. 5/20; Guide Bettane & Desseauve 17/20

Tasting Note
Aromas of dark berries, cherry preserves, violet, baking spice and incense with a smoky nuance. Fleshy, medium‑full palate of blackberry and boysenberry, lively acidity, discreet tannins and a long, floral-tinged finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast lamb, beef stew, venison, charcuterie, aged cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, Korean barbecue (bulgogi), char siu, Sichuan pepper beef, grilled teriyaki short ribs.

Production Method
Approximately 50% whole‑cluster fermentation; aged ~12 months in new and one‑year‑old barrels then 8 months in foudre. Bottled without fining or filtration. (House practice).

Vineyard Info
Maison Tardieu‑Laurent is a micro-négociant founded by Michel Tardieu in the mid‑1990s, based in Lourmarin; they source old‑vine fruit across Rhône appellations and age/assemble wines in their cellars.