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The tasting |
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Dark, brilliant red with violet highlights. |
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Smoky, sooty notes |
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Fine and elegant with fresh, juicy aromas, this cuvée with its soft tannins releases a juice with perfectly integrated oak and a finish marked by notes of violet. |
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The sommelier's advice |
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Decant before serving, between 14 and 16°C. |
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Roast rib steak and bacon, pike-perch with red butter, puff pastry-crusted lamb, heart of beef fillet with a full-bodied jus and local porcini mushrooms. |
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From now until 2028, and even longer for enthusiasts. |
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The estate and the wine |
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Stéphane Ogier is the centre of attention in the Northern Rhône Valley, crafting wines that embody the finest expressions of the region. His exceptional terroirs, meticulous winemaking, and unwavering passion result in Rhône wines of remarkable intensity and purity, with lush, expressive flavours that reach new levels of complexity.
Every cuvée reflects his dedication to excellence. The downside? With his growing reputation, these wines are becoming increasingly hard to find. |
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Rooted in the finest granite slopes of the appellation, the 2021 Saint-Joseph Le Passage Red is a quintessential expression of Syrah. Refined and elegant, it reveals delicate spiced notes, fresh and juicy flavours, and velvety tannins. Subtle oak adds depth without overpowering, while the finish lingers beautifully with a touch of violet. A standout Saint-Joseph, capturing the essence of this prized terroir, it’s a Selection Committee favourite, rated 93/100. |
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Hand-harvested, de-stemmed, cold-macerated in temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats, native yeasts, aged 18 months in barrels (10% new wood). |
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AWARDS |
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Domaine rated 2 stars in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2025 (RVF)
Domaine rated 4 stars in Guide Bettane + Desseauve 2025
Cuvée rated 93/100 by our Committee! |
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