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Saint-Joseph - Les 85 Rangs Rouge
Domaine de Pierre Blanche
GRAPE VARIETIES
Syrah
TERROIR AND VINES
First vine planted in 1990, at a place called Rochecourbe, on a hillside overlooking the Rhône and composed of 85 Rows
Soils predominantly granitic, with veins of Loess.
VINIFICATION AND AGEING
Vatting and hot maceration for 3 to 4 weeks followed by aging in oak pieces for twelve months.
Le Domaine De Pierre Blanche ,pour le St Joseph rouge les 85 rangs, 2016, a été noté dans l’édition 2019 du Guide Hachette Vins.
TASTING COMMENTS
With a deep purple color, this powerful and fine wine reveals its aromas of spices and red fruits, with a light woodiness that underlines all the qualities of its terroir.
FOOD/WINE PAIRING
Goes perfectly with red meats, grilled meats, game and non-fermented cheeses.
CELLARING POTENTIAL
5 to 8 years old or even longer in some years.
