Tardieu-Laurent Saint-Joseph Les Roches Vielles Vignes 2007
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Tardieu-Laurent Saint-Joseph Les Roches Vielles Vignes 2007
Syrah/Shiraz from Rhone, France
winemaker's notes:
Grape Source: Three domaines in the lieu-dit of Saint Pierre de Bœuf
Appellation: Saint-Joseph, located on the west bank of the Rhône River, is a narrow strip of land approximately 60 kilometers (37 miles) long linking Condrieu and Côte-Rôtie in northern Rhône. Many of the nearly 1,000 hectares (2,471 acres) of vineyards that produce Syrah, Marsanne and Roussanne are grown on granite river banks.
Vine Age: 50 years and older
Vinification
Barrel Aging: In new French oak (Allier and Tronçais)
Tasting Notes
More mineral than fruity, this delicate wine has a subtle, almost Burgundy-like structure, with fresh and pronounced acidity.
alcohol by volume:
13.0%
critical acclaim:
"Vivid purple. Sexy, intensely perfumed aromas of black raspberry, incense, violet oil, minerals and cured meat, plus a strong mineral quality. Very fresh, palate-staining red and dark berry flavors gain weight and power with air, picking up notes of black pepper and candied flowers. The finish repeats the floral and mineral notes and clings with impressive tenacity."
92 Points
International Wine Cellar
"This has a strong core of black currant and mulled raspberry fruit layered with vibrant minerality, piercing violet and lavender notes, and a long, sanguine finish. There's excellent focus and drive."
91 Points
Wine Spectator
"T-L’s 2007s from the Northern Rhône came out well, including this example from Saint-Joseph. Intense espresso, cracked pepper and black olive notes scream of cool-climate Syrah, while the feel in the mouth is supple, ending on a silky note."
91 Points
Wine Enthusiast
"This has an arrestingly delicious scent, the juicy purple fruit completely suffused with bacon fat and floral aromas. It’s scarily drinkable too, juicy yet firm, enticing in its spice and lily aromas yet not all overbearing. For a simple steak."
90 Points
Wine & Spirits
User ReviewsThe top 3 most liked reviews for this wine.
great syrah with the unique edge of st joseph from a great vintage smooth and satisfying
Earthy & Spicy
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