Winemaker Notes
2022 vintage continued the streak of hot and extremely dry vintages. As all the vineyards are dry farmed, the drought conditions are producing smaller berries and smaller yields, which in turn means plenty of power and concentration. Inky black in color, the wine has flavors and aromas dominated by black currant, spice and cured meats with a touch of coffee from low toast barrels. There's an underlying minerality throughout with the distinct iron quality that schist delivers. The palate is pure and powerful, but has structure and a cohesive backbone
Blend: 96% Grenache, 4% Syrah
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
A serious wine that’s deep in dark fruit, full in body and drenched in fine-grained tannins. Black cherries, blackberries, black pepper and star anise fill the palate and linger on the finish. High in alcohol and ripeness, yet well balanced due to the tannic structure.
Maury, in the Roussillon region of France, is home to our hillside Grenache vines, planted more than 60 years ago. Nutrient-poor soil, strong winds and scorching heat stress the vines and cause shatter in the grape clusters. Shatter naturally thins the vines, leaving smaller clusters of intensely concentrated grapes. That flavorful fruit translates to rich, decadent wine in the glass.
Joel Gott was introduced to this extraordinary region by friend and fellow winemaker, Dave Phinney. Joel has been crafting wine under his namesake label, Joel Gott wines, for 20 years, and he has partnered on cutting edge projects, the three thieves and the show. In each case, there are 3 distinct labels that feature up-close images of the unique black schist soil of Maury. Shatter, is a refined, well-structured Grenache with succulent dark fruit notes, balanced by the soft, subtle influence of French oak. A Grenache that could only be made from the shattered vines of Maury.