2012 Chapoutier St-Joseph Les Granits Blanc
Secondary Description
100% Marsanne on granite. There`s a really precise acid spine to this, though more mineral than acidic. Not as fruity as some vintages but there`s density, viscosity and to be pretentious - materiel. There`s a long rhubarb and liquid stone finish. One of the best of these that I`ve tasted. (CW 03/06/13)
Producer
Origin
St-Joseph, Northern Rhone, Rhone/southern France, FRANCE
Colour
white
Wine Style
dry
Dominant Grape
Marsanne
Farming Style
biodynamic
Closure Style
cork
Maturity
ready
Bottle size
75cl
Case Quantity
6
Alcohol
13%
Score
16 points, Jancis Robinson, jancisrobinson.com, June 2013
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Media Reviews
Jancis Robinson
100% Marsanne on granite. Low level of sulphur and as late as possible. They keep as much carbon dioxide as possible to protect whites. Lightly honeyed nose. Very broad almost fat palate with considerable gas dissolved in the wine. Even a slightly bitter note of coffee grounds. Not quite as luscious as some other vintages. Drink 2014-2018. 16 points