Domaine Pierre Jean Villa - Saint-Joseph - Préface - Rouge - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 red Saint-Joseph Préface showcases the appellation's finest expression on granite soils. Mature, pure, and savory, it's a standout Saint-Joseph, harmonizing balance, depth, and the brightness of the fruit. The juicy structure with spicy undertones, supported by flawless aging in barrels and demi-muids, and a slightly saline finish, is already irresistible.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, totally de-stemmed, maceration for 20 days.
Aged for 14 months in 500-liter barrels and demi-muids.

Color:

Bright, intense red.

Nose:

Aromas of red and black fruits with a hint of spice.

Palate:

Deep and well-balanced with round fruity flavors, this seductive cuvée releases an irresistible juice, with impeccable ageing and a slightly saline finish.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Braised meats, lamb chops with Provence herbs, roast duck and melting potatoes.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030, and even longer for enthusiasts.

A tenor of the Rhône and awarded 2 stars by RVF, Pierre-Jean Villa continues to dazzle us! Reaching new heights with each vintage, he touches us deeply, unveiling energetic and richly flavored wines that amaze enthusiasts.

His 17 hectares, spread across the major crus on both banks of the Rhône, enable him to craft a broad array of appellations, including the fantastic Côte-Rôtie and Condrieu. With keen sensitivity and attention to detail, he produces wines of great vitality, marked by intense aromas, always with extreme delicacy, and perfectly expressing their schist or granite terroirs.