Domaine Bernard Gripa : Saint-Joseph 2023

Very fresh mulberry and raspberry aromas. Soft and silky style, very juicy, with good acidity and freshness making this ready to drink already. A fairly delicate but correct and classic expression of St-Joseph, with very fine tannins.

The appellation release sports a deep purple/ruby hue and offers violets, black olives, and gamey, iron nuances on the nose. It's medium-bodied, nicely concentrated, balanced, and elegant, with fine tannins. While it doesn't quite have the density or minerality of the Le Berceau, the 2023 Saint Joseph shines on all accounts and is an incredibly satisfying Saint-Joseph to drink over the coming 10-15 years. There are roughly 34,000 bottles produced. Drink 2026-2041.