Wine:

Marked by aromas of black fruits and spices, the 2019 Red Saint-Joseph Sortilège is still quite a young wine that can be enjoyed over the next 5 years. At this stage, it can be served decanted  for a maximum of flavors. The palate has beautiful aromas of red and black fruits and smooth tannins and a fresh finish. It is a solidly built wine, a great Syrah built for aging to be enjoyed with grilled red meats or in sauce. Rated 90/100 by our Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, total destemming, vatting for 16 to 18 days with daily punching of the cap and pumping over, aged for 10 months for 50% in oak barrels between 3 and 6 wines and 50% in stainless steel vats.

Color:

Dark red with violet reflections.

Nose:

Fine aromas of black fruits with a halo of spicy notes.

Palate:

Sapid and youthful, this wine with smooth tannins has a fresh and concentrated finish.

Temperature:

Decant before serving between 16 and 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Veal cutlet, rack of lamb in the oven, matured beef rib, stuffed quail, fillet of pigeon in wine sauce.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2027

Newcomer in the Northern Rhone Valley, Jean-François Jacouton is already making a name for himself with his vibrant and sappid wines. A discreet winemaker whose reputation is slowly building and rising to the top of mind for wine professionals and international critics… His straightforward, balanced and elegant wines are a true delight, and we were immediately convinced of his incredible potential!