Saint-Joseph Mairlant François Villard 2009
13.1%
0.75L
Intensity
Produced by one of the rising names of the appellation, this superb white Saint-Joseph is an irresistible treat with its nose that evokes peach and English sweets.
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Saint-Joseph Mairlant François Villard 2009
The wine
François Villard produces the cuvée Le Gallet Blanc from Syrahs from vines which have grown for about twenty years on decomposed, schist quartz soils. He limits yields to 40 hl/ha, with full harvesting at 75% and lets the berries ferment for two weeks in open stainless steel and wooden vats. Ageing (30% new barrels, 70% two to four-year-old barrels) lasts 18 months. Le Gallet Blanc entices us with its fruit and peppery side. The woodiness is nuanced and the remainder is well balanced. This cuvée should be poured into a carafe for 1 hour before serving at 17-18°C with a lamb shank.
About the Producer François Villard
François Villard trained as a chef before setting up his domaine in 1989. Today, his vineyard spans 30 hectares over nearly all the appellations in the region. François also took part in a joint project called Vins de Vienne: him and two other master vignerons (Yves Cuilleron and Pierre Gaillard) replanted the very old Seyssuel vineyard. François loves to build, and with each vintage he creates new vats for his wine that he christens with a comical name, normally a play on words. He produces 400,000 bottles a year and is adored by enthusiasts and critics alike.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 1 bottle
Level: 1 NormalObservations: 1 Marginally marked label, 1 Marginally damaged labelType of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 13.1 %
Region: Rhone Valley
Appellation: Saint-Joseph
Owner: François Villard
Vintage: 2009
Colour: white
Service temperature: 12°
Intensity: rich
Leading aroma: yellow fruit
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine